TEHRAN: Israel has announced that it launched a pre-emptive attack against the Islamic Republic of Iran today ( Saturday February 28, 2026). Israeli officials said the strikes were carried out in the Iranian capital, Tehran, where residents reported hearing multiple explosions. Iranian media outlets have also published images showing blasts in parts of the city. According to international media reports, including Reuters, Israel’s defense minister confirmed that the operation was conducted solely by Israel. Precise details regarding the targets and scope of the strikes have not yet been disclosed. Some sources suggested that the United States may have provided intelligence or political backing, but there has been no official confirmation of direct U.S. involvement. Israeli authorities further announced that following the launch of the operation, Israel’s airspace was closed to civilian flights and a state of emergency was declared. So far, the Iranian government has not issued an official statement regarding the attack, and reports on possible casualties and damage remain unconfirmed.
