In a dramatic escalation of Middle East tensions, a joint US-Israel military operation targeted Iranian positions on February 28, 2026, triggering immediate retaliatory missile strikes from Tehran. The conflict has rapidly expanded across the region, with explosions reported in multiple cities including Tel Aviv, Haifa, and Jerusalem, as well as Gulf states.
Key developments:
Iranian forces launched missiles at US military installations in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Kuwait
Civil aviation authorities issued no-fly advisories over the Persian Gulf
Regional governments have urged restraint while activating air defense systems. Analysts warn the conflict could disrupt critical shipping lanes and energy supplies from the Strait of Hormuz to the Red Sea.
