The Estados Unidos and Israel carried out coordinated attacks against the Irã this Saturday (February 28, 2026), with explosions recorded mainly in the capital Teerã. President Donald Trump announced the start of major combat operations and made a direct appeal to the Iranian population to take control of the government. The Irã responded quickly with missile and drone launches against the Israel and American military installations in the region, including a base on the Bahrein.
Smoke was seen rising in several areas of Teerã after the first impacts, which occurred near the offices of the supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Iranian media reported that attacks hit facilities in different provinces of the country. Autoridades closed airspace in neighboring nations to prevent additional civilian traffic incidents.
Initial attacks focus on Teerã and strategic targets
Explosions echoed in the center of Teerã shortly after the Israeli statement on the operation. Testemunhas reported immediate blockage of roads near Khamenei’s official complex. Iranian state television confirmed the impacts without detailing causes or initial damage.
Other locations, including Isfahan and Tabriz, recorded similar explosions in the early hours. Coordination between American and Israeli forces lasted months, according to information released by officials involved. Não there is official confirmation regarding the exact location of Khamenei during the attacks.
Allied forces prioritized Guarda Revolucionária installations and command structures. Autoridades from the US indicated that the campaign could extend over several days with additional actions.
https://twitter.com/juliovschneider/status/2027724075435536578?ref_src=twsrc%5EtfwMain targets and damage reported to date
- Supreme Leader’s Official Complex Ali Khamenei at Teerã
- Guarda Revolucionária military installations in several provinces
- Intelligence bases and ballistic missile depots
- Girls’ school in the province of Hormozgan, with 40 deaths confirmed by the IRNA agency
- Support infrastructure for regional groups allied to Irã
The attacks aimed to reduce Irã’s rapid response capabilities. Autoridades Americans and Israelis have not yet commented specifically on the incident at the school.
Iranian retaliation hits bases in Golfo Pérsico
The Irã launched a first wave of missiles and drones against Israeli territory just hours after the attacks began. Sistemas Israeli air defenses were activated in several regions, with sirens sounding in important cities.
On Bahrein, missiles hit the headquarters of the US 5th Frota. Testemunhas reported explosions and visible smoke in the area of Manama. American Bases in Kuwait and Catar also recorded impacts or attempted attacks.
Explosions were heard at Emirados Árabes Unidos and Iraque. Airspace was closed in several Golfo Pérsico countries. A drone attack killed two people at a pro-Iran militia barracks in Iraque.
https://twitter.com/Guerranaucrania/status/2027677440982581548?ref_src=twsrc%5EtfwStatements from leaders set the tone for the escalation
Trump published a video stating that the Irã rejected all chances of a nuclear agreement and that the action aims to destroy nuclear and naval capabilities. Ele promised immunity to members of Guarda Revolucionária who laid down arms, but warned of serious consequences in case of resistance.
Netanyahu classified the operation as necessary to eliminate an existential threat to the country. Ele highlighted prolonged coordination with the Estados Unidos to strike strategic targets. The stated objective includes weakening armed groups supported by Teerã in the region.
The Iranian Ministério of the Relações Exteriores released a statement stating that the country will defend its sovereignty without hesitation. Guarda Revolucionária classified the response as an initial stage of counterattacks on multiple fronts.
Regional and economic impacts begin to emerge
Golfo countries activated air defenses to intercept Iranian projectiles. The temporary closure of airspaces affected commercial routes and civil flights in the region. Autoridades, Jordânia, and Arábia Saudita reported similar security alerts.
The Estreito of Ormuz, an essential route for oil exports, faces the risk of interruption. Mais 14 million barrels of oil pass through the strait daily, representing about a third of global maritime oil trade. Nenhum confirmed damage has been reported in the waterway to date.
On Israel, civil defense protocols remained active throughout the night. Embaixadas Americans in the region advised employees and citizens to stay in safe places.
Context of previous tensions and interrupted negotiations
The actions follow the failure of nuclear negotiations mediated in Omã in recent weeks. Trump cited Iranian refusal to limit nuclear program and development of long-range missiles.
A 12-day war in June 2025 has already involved direct American and Israeli attacks on Iranian facilities. Irã has prevented international inspectors from accessing affected sites since then.
The current escalation represents the second direct US military intervention against Irã in a short period of time. Trump justified the operation based on threats to regional and global security.