Stories from February 28, 2026

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A report will detail how some Iranians reacted to recent attacks on their country by the US and Israel.

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The US president has increased military interventions since returning to office, despite earlier promises to avoid foreign conflicts.

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Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was reportedly killed in US-Israeli airstrikes, potentially destabilizing the region.

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Despite a massive US and Israeli attack killing Iran's leader, regime change is unlikely, with a new hardline leadership expected.

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Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu claims there are signs Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei is dead, without providing evidence.

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Global reactions to the US and Israeli war on Iran include protests, explosions, and calls for UN intervention.

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President Trump initiated a "massive" war against Iran without congressional approval or a clear plan for the aftermath.

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Despite internet blackouts, reports from Iran describe a mixed national mood of panic and relief amid ongoing unrest.

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Over 50 people, including children, were killed in a strike on a girls' elementary school in Iran.

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The U.S. and Israel attacked Iran, striking near the Supreme Leader's offices, escalating regional tensions.

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Major airlines are canceling flights and issuing travel warnings due to recent attacks.

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A new study reveals details about a 7th-century pandemic in ancient Jordan, offering insights into historical disease patterns.