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US-Israel strike target Khamenei's offices; who are potential successors of Iran's supreme leader

US and Israel launched strikes near Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's offices in Tehran early Saturday, with smoke seen rising and multiple blasts reported. It was confirmed that Iran's supreme leader was not in office at the time of strikes. Roads to his compound were shut, airspace closed, and mobile services disrupted.…

The Times of India · Feb 28

US and Israel Launches Iran Strikes, Trump Tells Citizens: 'Take Over Your Government'

US and Israel have launched strikes on Iran and President Donald Trump has confirmed 'major combat operations' are underway, urging Iranians to rise up against their government as tensions in the region escalate.

International Business Times UK · Feb 28

'The Deadline Is Getting Extremely Close': Netanyahu's 34-Year Drumbeat on Iran Goes Viral as US-Israel Bombs Fall on Tehran

Explore Netanyahu's decades-long warnings about Iran's nuclear capabilities and the ongoing debate over their accuracy and impact.

International Business Times UK · Feb 28

US-Iran tensions: Who are the men steering the storm in Middle East

The United States and Israel launched strikes against Iran, killing at least 40 people amid nuclear program negotiations and protests. President Trump warned Iranian forces to surrender or face death, while Supreme Leader Khamenei vowed resistance. The conflict escalates with key players like Benjamin Netanyahu and Reza Pahlavi involved.

The Times of India · Feb 28

Read Benjamin Netanyahu’s translated statement on Iran attack in full

The United States and Israel launched strikes on Iran on Saturday

The Independent UK · Feb 28

Israel targets Khamenei, top leaders in bid to bring down Iran's regime

"The goal is to create all the conditions for the downfall of the Iranian regime..."

Axios · Feb 28

Israel & US strike Iran: Khamenei's palace completely destroyed - where is the Supreme Leader?

Multiple explosions rocked Tehran after Israel announced a pre-emptive military strike, aiming to reduce perceived threats. Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has reportedly been moved to a secure, undisclosed location amid the escalating crisis. The United States is believed to have supported the operation, intensifying regional tensions.

The Times of India · Feb 28

From oil to religion: Five things to know about Iran

Iran, an ethnically diverse, Shia-majority Islamic republic since 1979, possesses vast hydrocarbon reserves and a strategic location. Governed by a dual system of elected officials and clerical oversight, the nation faces economic strain from sanctions and structural challenges despite its energy wealth.

The Times of India · Feb 28

A world on edge as Trump bombs Iran and triggers war in the Middle East. There was no need for this

We cannot know where this foolish, reckless attack will end – but new hatreds will be seeded, terrorist vendettas sown and, ultimately, little will be achieved, says Guardian foreign affairs commentator Simon Tisdall

The Guardian - UK · Feb 28

Trump says 'major combat operations' against Iran begin - His full statement

The United States and Israel launched coordinated air and sea strikes on Iran on Saturday, with early attacks reported near Tehran and close to offices linked to Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. US President Donald Trump said Washington had begun "major combat operations," accusing Iran of advancing its nuclear and missile…

The Times of India · Feb 28