Iran

• February 28, 2026

  After Air Strikes Hit Iran, Sirens Sound In Israel

  Explosions witnessed in Tehran on February 28 were shortly followed by sirens sounding in Israel in the wake of US President Donald Trump's announcement of attacks on Iran. He called for Iranian citizens to keep off the streets, telling them "the hour of your freedom is at hand."

• February 28, 2026

  Trump Announces 'Major Combat Operations' Against Iran, Tells Iranians 'Your Freedom Is At Hand'

  "I do not make this statement lightly. The Iranian regime seeks to kill," Trump said in a video shared on Truth Social.

• February 28, 2026

  Return To Sender? America's 'Shahed Clone' Included In Military Buildup Around Iran

  A US-made kamikaze drone that mimics the design of Iran's infamous Shahed 136 is currently deployed in the Middle East and could be used in military strikes.

• February 28, 2026

  Iran Plunged Into Digital Darkness as Internet Blocked Amid US, Israeli Air Strikes

  Iran has been plunged into a "near-total" internet blackout as the United States and Israel carry out a massive, coordinated aerial bombing campaign across the country.

• February 28, 2026

  Live Blog: Israel And US Launch Strikes On Iran

  US President Donald Trump announced that US forces had launched “major combat operations” against Iran, shortly after Israel said it carried out a “preemptive strike” in a rapid escalation that has prompted Tehran to respond with drones and missiles. RFE/RL has continuing updates and analysis.

• February 28, 2026

  Trump Says 'Major Combat Operation' Launched Against Iran, Tehran Fires Back Across Middle East

  US President Donald Trump said Washington had begun “major combat operations” against Iran, hours after Israel announced it had carried out what it described as a “preemptive strike” on February 28.

• February 28, 2026

  Israel Launches What It Calls 'Pre-Emptive Strike' On Iran

  Israel's Defense Ministry said on February 28 that it launched a "preemptive strike" on Iran and sent a national announcement warning Israeli citizens to remain near protected areas.

• February 27, 2026

  Shadow Of War Deepens Despite 'Progress' In Iran Talks As US Carrier Nears Israel

  As Iranian and US diplomats concluded a third round of talks in Geneva, the imminent arrival of the USS Gerald R. Ford carrier strike group in Israel underscores the military brinkmanship shaping the standoff between Washington and Tehran.

• February 26, 2026

  Iranians Mourn Florist Shot By Security Forces

  Sina Haghshenas was upset about the cost of running his flower shop in the northern Iranian city of Gorgan. So he joined a protest on January 8 sparked by the economic crisis the country was facing. It was there that security forces fatally shot him, say Haghshenas's friends.

• February 26, 2026

  Omani FM Cites 'Significant Progress' As US, Iran Conclude Fresh Round Of Nuclear Talks

  US and Iranian officials held a fresh round of Oman-mediated nuclear talks in Geneva on February 26 for what is seen as a last-ditch attempt to avoid a major military conflict between the foes.

• February 25, 2026

  US, Iran To Meet For Nuclear Talks Amid Fears Of Military Conflict

  US and Iranian officials are set to hold a fresh round of nuclear talks in Geneva on February 26 for what is seen as a last-ditch attempt to avoid a major military conflict between the foes.

• February 25, 2026

  Son Of UK Motorcyclist Held In Iran Urges 'Compassion' During Ramadan

  Lindsay and Craig Foreman were arrested while traveling through Iran on a motorcycle trip in 2025. This February, they were sentenced to 10 years in prison on espionage charges. Lindsay''s son, Joe Bennett, has called on the Iranian government to use the month of Ramadan to exercise mercy.

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