President Donald Trump announced on February 28, 2026, via Truth Social that the U.S. military has initiated “major combat operations” in Iran alongside Israel’s preemptive strikes, targeting the regime’s missile capabilities and nuclear infrastructure.
Announcement Details
In a video address, Trump stated operations began “a short time ago” to neutralize “imminent threats” from Tehran, warning Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps to “surrender your weapons… or you will confront inevitable demise.” He urged Iranians to “seize control of your government” post-operation.
Strategic Context
Follows Israel’s Tehran strikes hours earlier, U.S. carrier deployments, and failed Oman nuclear talks where Iran pledged no bomb-grade material. Trump cited dismissed negotiations and Iranian threats to U.S. bases/allies as triggers.
Immediate Fallout
48-hour U.S. national emergency declared; Israeli sirens active expecting retaliation. Aims to “obliterate their missile industry entirely” while protecting American interests globally.
