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U.S. and Israel launch strikes on Iran as explosions reported in Tehran

The preemptive strikes targeted Iran's military and government sites near Supreme Leader Khamenei's office amid nuclear tensions, with no immediate casualty reports, officials said.

  • Israel launched a pre-emptive missile strike against Iran, targeting Tehran including the presidential complex, with explosions heard and Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei moved to a safer location.
  • The Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz stated the strikes aimed to neutralize threats to Israel, and Israel declared a special state of emergency with air raid sirens and restrictions on public gatherings imposed.
  • The United States coordinated and participated in the attacks, with multiple officials describing them as significant and increasing military presence in the region to deter conflict.
  • Iran warned of retaliation against attacks and vowed to defend itself amid ongoing tensions related to its nuclear program.
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Las Vegas Sun broke the news in Las Vegas, United States on Friday, February 27, 2026.
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