The 2026 war between &lsquo;Israel&rsquo;, the United States, and Iran started on February 28 with the launch of Operation Epic Fury, a joint US-&lsquo;Israeli&rsquo; military campaign. Nearly 900 coordinated strikes were executed within the initial 12 hours, targeting Iranian missile systems, air defenses, military infrastructure, and senior leadership figures across multiple sites.
The operation resulted in the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and numerous other high-ranking officials, with explicit objectives of preventing nuclear weapon development, dismantling ballistic missile capabilities, and advancing leadership change.
Iran initiated large-scale retaliatory missile and drone attacks against &lsquo;Israeli&rsquo; settlements, US bases, and allied targets throughout the Middle East.
The escalation also encompassed disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, where Iranian forces shut it down; heightening risks to global energy supplies.
Subsequent phases featured intensified &lsquo;Israeli&rsquo; airstrikes on Iranian fuel depots and energy facilities in Tehran and surrounding provinces, complemented by US efforts to neutralize naval assets and remaining missile infrastructure.
The war produced over 2,000 reported deaths across Iran, &lsquo;Israel&rsquo;, and Lebanon.
Economic effects have included sharp increases in oil prices and interruptions to international shipping, prompting releases from strategic petroleum reserves to stabilize markets.

US & ‘Israel’ 2026 war on Iran

The 2026 war between the United States and ‘Israel’ on one side and Iran on the other began with a massive coordinated strike against multiple Iranian targets.

Friday, June 12, 2025, marked a dramatic escalation in regional tensions as 'Israel' launched a series of airstrikes targeting Iranian nuclear facilities and assassinated top military officials.
The early-morning attacks hit key sites, including Natanz, sparking global concern over nuclear safety. In retaliation, Iran unleashed multiple waves of missile and drone strikes on 'Israel' late Friday night.
The attacks lit up skies across Syria, Iraq, and Jordan, with explosions and projectiles seen and heard across the region. The situation remains fluid, as fears of a wider regional conflict continue to grow.

'Israel'-Iran war

Armed groups launched a major assault on Aleppo in late November 2024, marking one of the fiercest battles in years. Despite reports of troop withdrawals, the Syrian military confirmed its presence in Homs and surrounding areas, with reinforcements and heavy weaponry deployed to counter the offensive.
The Syrian Army reported inflicting heavy losses on armed groups, including hundreds of casualties, destroyed vehicles, and 17 downed drones. Russia has pledged additional military support, expected to arrive within 72 hours, to bolster defenses.
Military operations have resulted in 255 fatalities, primarily combatants from both sides, according to AFP.

Developments in Syria

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Key Candidates
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<li>Democratic Party:&nbsp;Vice President Kamala Harris is running&nbsp;for president. She promises to advocate for the American people and to create an economy that offers stability, security, and opportunity for all, aiming to benefit both current citizens and future generations.</li>
<li>Republican Party: Donald Trump, who served as President from 2017 to 2021, is the presumptive nominee for the Republican Party. His platform highlights issues such as immigration reform, reducing inflation, cutting taxes, and emphasizing &ldquo;America First&rdquo; policies on the global stage.</li>
<li>Other Candidates: While the two main candidates are from the Democratic and Republican parties, third-party candidates may also appear on the ballot in various states. Third-party or independent candidates are unlikely to win but often influence the debate by raising issues that resonate with smaller voter segments.</li>
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2024 US elections

2024 US Presidential Election is scheduled for November 5, 2024.

On September 22, 2024, the Israeli Occupation army began a wide-scale offensive in southern Lebanon, targeting civilians and Hezbollah's military front supporting Palestinian resistance in Gaza since October 8, 2023.

Updates on the 'Israel'-Lebanon standoff

Israeli Occupation launches largest aerial invasion of Lebanon since 2006 war

The General Commander of Al-Qassam Brigades, Mohammed Deif, announced that the Palestinian resistance has decided to put an end to all the crimes of the Israeli Occupation and that the time when it could act without accountability is over. Deif announced the launch of Operation Aqsa Typhoon by land, sea, and air in response to the Israeli Occupation's violations against Palestinians in Gaza, Jerusalem, and the West Bank.

Operation Aqsa Typhoon

A multi-story residential building suddenly collapsed on Sep. 13, 2022, resulting in the deaths of 14 people and injuries to nine others.&nbsp;
In the days that followed, tireless efforts were made by authorities to pull victims from the rubble and search for survivors.

Al-Weibdeh Building Collapse

Building collapses in Jordan killing 14 people