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Impact LevelMedium
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Scope LevelRegional
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Last Update2026-02-28
Key Impacts
Positive Impacts (6)
Negative Impacts (7)
Event Overview
This event represents a significant military escalation involving preemptive strikes and declarations of emergency. The action is driven by geopolitical tensions, particularly concerning nuclear capabilities and regional security threats.
Collect Records
US and Israel Launch Joint Attack on Iran
On February 28, the United States and Israel launched a joint attack on Iran. U.S. President Trump monitored the operation from Mar-a-Lago, while Israeli Defense Minister Katz announced that Israel had conducted a 'preemptive strike' and declared a state of emergency. Trump subsequently stated that the U.S. had initiated significant combat operations in Iran.
Trump Announces Major Military Operation Against Iran
Donald Trump announced via a video on the 'Truth Social' platform that the United States has launched a 'major military operation' against Iran. He stated that this action is in response to threats posed by Iran to the U.S. and its allies, including Iran's nuclear program and the development of long-range missiles. Trump warned that the U.S. would destroy Iran's missiles and navy and demanded that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps lay down their arms, or face severe consequences. He also indicated that after the operation, the Iranian government would be taken over.