A military operation by Israel targeted Iran, with witnesses describing a large explosion and smoke in Tehran and additional blasts in cities including Isfahan, Qom, Karaj and Kermanshah, prompting Israel to declare a nationwide state of emergency and impose restrictions on public activities amid fears of missile retaliation, causing tensions in Middle East.
Iran Latest Update
Iranian media claims casualties among Revolutionary Guard personnel following strikes near areas linked to the leadership, including reports that Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was moved to a secure location as tensions escalate toward open conflict.
Missile impacts rock multiple sectors of Tehran, striking zones where government ministries and military compounds stand. Reports confirm explosions across other Iranian urban centers including Kermanshah, Lorestan, Tabriz, Isfahan, and Karaj.
SIRENS IN ISRAEL
Israel confirms missiles launched from Iran, triggering widespread air-raid warnings. Defensive systems are activated as civilians rush to shelters. A nationwide state of emergency is declared. U.S. officials sad coordinated air operations with Israel target Iran’s security infrastructure in an effort to dismantle military capabilities.
IRAN’S RETALIATION: Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps announces a first large wave of retaliatory missile and drone strikes aimed at Israel, framing the action as response to prior attacks.
UAE, KUWAIT AMONG REGIONAL TARGETS
Reports claim missile fire directed at U.S. military assets, including the Fifth Fleet headquarters in Bahrain. One missile interception is reported in Qatar, while explosions erupt in Abu Dhabi and surrounding areas. Airspaces across multiple countries shut down in emergency measures.
🇮🇷 Iran launches massive missile attack on U.S. bases across Middle East.
🇧🇭Bahrain
🇸🇦Saudi Arabia
🇶🇦Qatar
🇦🇪UAE
🇮🇶Iraq
🇰🇼Kuwait pic.twitter.com/0KC5fwPJrk— Ranvijay Singh (@ranvijaylive) February 28, 2026
IRAQ HIT – Airstrikes south of Baghdad kill two members of the Popular Mobilization Forces and seriously wound three others. The PMF, a coalition of Shia militias, includes groups with Iranian ties.
Iran menyerang balik ke Israel. Serta menyerang pangkalan milik USA yang ada di Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, UAE, dll.
Video: pangkalan udara USA di Bahrain yang diserang Iran.pic.twitter.com/mPg2bYZRkd
— FaktaBola (@FaktaSepakbola) February 28, 2026
DEFENSE ACTIONS: Jordan reports intercepting two ballistic missiles. Origin of launches remains unconfirmed.
UAE CONFIRMS DAMAGE
UAE says intercepted missile debris caused property damage and one civilian death. Authorities condemn the attack as a violation of sovereignty and reserve the right to respond.
Bahrain condemns the strikes as a breach of national security and warns of escalating regional instability.
SECURITY COUNCIL RESPONSE
Iran’s Supreme National Security Council calls the operations a brutal assault by the U.S. and Israel, accusing adversaries of attempting to force political submission.
EXPLOSIONS CONTINUE
Additional blasts are reported in Gulf cities as air defenses activate and populations seek shelter.
INTERNET BLACKOUT IN IRAN
Connectivity inside Iran plunges to near-total blackout levels—only 4% of networks remain active—mirroring measures used in prior conflicts.
FLIGHTS GROUNDED
Major airlines suspend operations across the region and governments close airspaces, citing security threats.
🔴 The live air traffic situation over the Middle East. Major international carriers have significantly adjusted their operations to bypass Iranian and regional airspace, following escalating military tensions and intermittent airspace closures. pic.twitter.com/L1owYWSoFL
— Airways Magazine (@airwaysmagazine) February 28, 2026
TRUMP WARNING
U.S. leadership vows to destroy missile capabilities, dismantle proxy forces, and prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons, emphasizing overwhelming military strength.
President Donald J. Trump on the United States military combat operations in Iran: pic.twitter.com/LimJmpLkgZ
— The White House (@WhiteHouse) February 28, 2026
Multiple fronts remain active, with missile exchanges, air operations, and political escalation. Authorities urge civilians to follow safety instructions as global markets and diplomatic channels react.
Iran launches missile strikes as US-Israel commence major ‘regime change’ operation
