Tehran launches missile and drone strikes amid escalating conflict with Israel
February 28, 2026: Iran launched missile and drone strikes targeting a US naval base in Bahrain amid its escalating confrontation with Israel. The Iranian Embassy in India said the attack was in response to what it described as aggression against the Islamic Republic, announcing the commencement of the “first wave” of extensive strikes toward Israeli territory. Reporters from the Associated Press in Damascus and Sidon said they heard explosions on Saturday, reportedly linked to Israeli air defence systems intercepting incoming missiles.
The United States Department of Defense confirmed that Washington has designated its military action against Iran as “Epic Fury.” The codename was announced on Saturday as tensions between the US and Iran intensified alongside the Israel-Iran confrontation. Details regarding damage or casualties were not immediately available.
Earlier, Israel had stated that its own military campaign was titled “Roar of the Lion,” signalling a multi-front escalation in the region. With missile exchanges and retaliatory operations under way, the situation remains highly volatile, raising concerns of a broader regional conflict.