Iran06 March, 20261 min read
Trump Bombs Iran to Raze Missile Industry, Topples Khamenei
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U.S. and Israel launched a major assault on Iran February 28 aimed at regime change. Trump described the campaign as 'massive and ongoing' and urged Iranians to overthrow the regime.
Operation Epic Fury Begins
Trump unleashed Operation Epic Fury to eliminate imminent threats from Iran. Trump explicitly stated the objective of regime change. The Council on Foreign Relations noted the campaign was not authorized by Congress.
US-Israeli Strikes Kill 201 Iranians
US-Israeli strikes killed at least 201 people in Iran including 153 at a girls school in Minab. The Guardian described the school massacre in detail while some Western outlets buried it. A Reuters/Ipsos poll found only 27% of Americans approved of the strikes.
Iran Retaliates Across Region
Iran retaliated by closing the Strait of Hormuz and firing 110 ballistic missiles. Iran's defense ministry threatened no mercy or forgiveness. Trump laid down sanctions on Nord Stream AG and Gazprom.
Intel Council Doubts Regime Change
A classified NIC report found a US assault unlikely to oust Iran's entrenched establishment. Al Jazeera Centre for Studies explained Iran's strategy is built on endurance. The Gulf Council in Bahrain voted to request US forces withdraw within 72 hours.