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U.S.-Iran strikes live updates: Explosions heard as retaliation targets U.S. military bases

President Donald Trump confirmed Saturday morning that the U.S. and Israel launched "major combat operations" in Iran.

28 Feb, 11:07 — 28 Feb, 14:30

Why this matters

The story signifies a major escalation in the long-standing U.S.-Iran conflict, potentially leading to wider regional instability and impacting international relations. This follows previous tensions and proxy conflicts, raising concerns about direct military confrontation and its global consequences.

Key entitiesDonald Trump Benjamin Netanyahu Supreme Leader Khamenei United States Israel Iran Canadians

The Story

What 4 sources agree on, dispute, and miss

What sources agree on

The U.S. and Israel launched attacks or major combat operations in Iran.
Explosions were heard as retaliation targeted U.S. military bases.

Key claims2 agreed · 4 unverified

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The U.S. and Israel launched major combat operations/attacks in Iran.

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Explosions were heard as retaliation targeted U.S. military bases.

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Israel is targeting Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei.

unverified·Fox News

The joint US-Israel operation is dubbed 'Operation Epic Fury'.

unverified·Fox News

Trump called for regime change in Iran.

unverified·Fox News

Washington is ill-equipped to handle the regional conflagration it has unleashed.

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Where they diverge

The specific targets and nature of the US/Israel offensive

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Israel is targeting Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei in 'sweeping strikes' as the US joins 'Operation Epic Fury,' with Trump calling for regime change.

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The U.S. and Israel launched 'major combat operations' or 'attacks' in Iran, without specifying targets or codenames.

The broader implications and responsibility for the conflict

Washington is ill-equipped to handle the regional conflagration it has unleashed, implying US/Israel are responsible for escalating tensions.

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The actions are framed as a strong response, with Trump calling for regime change, implying justification for aggressive measures.

Coverage gaps

Specific codename ('Operation Epic Fury') and target (Supreme Leader Khamenei) of the US-Israel operation.

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Urgent advisory for Canadians in Iran to shelter in place.

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The Story

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cbccenter-leftcenter-leftcautiousHighfocuses on Canadian citizen safety

cnbccentercenter-lefturgentMostly Factualreports Trump's confirmation factually

Coverage leans: center-left

Coverage largely confirms US-Israel military action, with right-leaning outlets emphasizing specific targets and regime change, while others focus on the broader implications and citizen safety, leading to a slight overall lean to the center-left.

Sources

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FTVery High45d ago

Trump and Netanyahu go for Iran’s jugular

Washington is ill-equipped to handle the regional conflagration it has unleashed

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Fox NewsMixed45d ago

Israel targets Iran’s supreme leader in sweeping strikes as US joins ‘Operation Epic Fury’

Israel strikes Iran in bombing campaign targeting Supreme Leader Khamenei in joint US operation dubbed Epic Fury, as Trump calls for regime change.

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cnbcMostly Factual45d ago