Trump Declares Major Military Action Against Iran as Strikes Hit Tehran

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 5:30 AM

President Trump has announced significant combat operations targeting Iran, with explosions reported in the Iranian capital of Tehran. The military action involves coordinated strikes by both Israeli and American forces, while air raid sirens have been activated throughout Israel.

President Donald Trump has declared the launch of significant military combat operations targeting Iran, as explosions rock the Iranian capital and warning sirens blare across Israel.

Coordinated military strikes involving both Israeli and United States forces have begun hitting targets in Iran, with reports of explosions being heard in Tehran on Saturday. Simultaneously, air raid warning systems have been activated throughout Israel as the situation escalates.

The military action represents a major escalation in tensions between the involved nations, with smoke visible rising above Tehran’s skyline following the reported strikes.

Details about the specific targets and scope of the operations remain limited as the situation continues to develop.

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