WASHINGTON D.C February 28, 2026 – In a stunning escalation that has rocked the Middle East and global markets, the United States and Israel have carried out coordinated attacks on Iran, according to a breaking alert from Fox News.
The Fox News post on X (formerly Twitter) at approximately 3:14 PM MYT read:
“BREAKING: United States and Israel have attacked Iran. Accompanying the alert was video footage believed to show strike-related activity, which has already amassed over 3 million views and thousands of reactions within hours.
Explosions reported across Tehran
Multiple credible outlets, including Al Jazeera, CNN, The New York Times, and BBC, confirm large explosions in downtown Tehran and other Iranian cities. Thick plumes of smoke were seen rising over the capital as air-raid sirens blared. The joint operation has been described as “pre-emptive” by Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz, aimed at neutralising imminent threats to Israel.
Trump announces “major combat operations”
U.S. President Donald Trump released an eight-minute video statement on Truth Social confirming American involvement.
“Our objective is to defend the American people by eliminating imminent threats from the Iranian regime,” Trump said. “We will devastate Iran’s military capabilities, destroy its nuclear programme, and bring about the change the Iranian people deserve.”
The U.S. Department of Defense has reportedly codenamed the campaign Operation Epic Fury, while Israeli sources refer to related actions as part of Operation Shield of Judah or Roaring Lion.
Iranian response and domestic reaction
Iranian officials have vowed a “crushing retaliation,” with unconfirmed reports of missile launches directed toward Israel. Meanwhile, videos and posts circulating on social media show pockets of celebration inside Iran, particularly among opposition groups and those hoping for regime change.
One Iranian-American activist posted: “Iranians are rejoicing. Thank you U.S. and Israel. You are liberating 90 million people.”
Global implications
The strikes come amid long-standing tensions over Iran’s nuclear programme and regional proxy conflicts. Oil prices spiked immediately on news of the attacks, while world leaders have called for restraint to prevent a wider regional war.
This is a rapidly developing story. Life News Agency will continue to monitor updates from official sources, including potential Iranian retaliation, civilian impact, and international diplomatic reactions.
Sources: Fox News X post, live coverage from NYT, CNN, BBC, Al Jazeera, Reuters, and Israeli/U.S. official statements.
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