US & Israel Strike Iran. Iran Retaliates Across the Gulf.
The United States and Israel launched coordinated airstrikes on Iranian military installations and nuclear facilities in what the Pentagon has designated Operation Epic Fury. Targets included sites in Tehran, Isfahan, Qom, and Karaj.
Iran's IRGC launched three waves of ballistic missiles and drones targeting US military bases and allied nations across the Persian Gulf, striking at targets in the UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, and Jordan.
Dubai International Airport and Dubai World Central have suspended all flight operations following multiple waves of Iranian ballistic missiles targeting UAE territory. Thousands of passengers stranded across terminals.
Major oil companies suspend tanker movements through the Strait of Hormuz following the outbreak of military conflict. Brent crude closed at $74 Friday but analysts project Monday opening between $85-$110.
The UAE Armed Forces confirmed successful interception of three waves of Iranian ballistic missiles. However, missile debris impacted several areas in Abu Dhabi, killing at least one person and injuring dozens.
Defense Secretary confirmed that US forces struck multiple Iranian nuclear facilities including sites at Isfahan and Natanz. The Pentagon stated the strikes aimed to degrade Iran's nuclear weapons program.
Airports across the region have halted operations including Dubai DXB, Dubai DWC, Doha DOH, Bahrain BAH, Kuwait KWI, Tel Aviv TLV, Tehran IKA, and Isfahan IFN. Airlines rerouting hundreds of flights.
Iran launched a barrage of ballistic missiles at Israeli population centers including Tel Aviv and Haifa. Israel's Iron Dome and Arrow defense systems activated across the country.
Commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has effectively halted as major tanker companies announce force majeure. The waterway handles roughly 20% of global oil supply.
The United Nations Security Council has convened an emergency session following the escalation of hostilities between the US-Israel coalition and Iran. Russia and China called for immediate de-escalation.
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps released footage claiming successful missile strikes on Al Udeid Air Base, the largest US military installation in the Middle East hosting over 10,000 personnel.
Iran launched missiles at the US Naval Forces Central Command headquarters in Bahrain. Bahrain Defense Forces reported successful intercepts but debris scattered across Manama residential areas.
Oman Foreign Minister tweets dismay about negotiations being undermined by military action.
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Operation Epic Fury is the codename for the joint US-Israeli military strikes against Iran launched on February 28, 2026, targeting military and nuclear facilities in Tehran, Isfahan, Qom, and Karaj.
Yes. Iran launched multiple waves of ballistic missiles targeting UAE territory including Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The UAE military intercepted three waves, though missile debris impacted several areas.
Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central (DWC) have suspended all operations as of February 28, 2026. Check with your airline for the latest status.
Brent crude closed at $74 before the strikes. Analysts expect prices to open between $80-100+ on Monday due to Strait of Hormuz shipping disruptions and supply concerns.
The Strait of Hormuz is not officially closed, but major oil companies have suspended tanker transits through the waterway. The strait handles approximately 13 million barrels per day of oil flow.
Iran launched retaliatory missile strikes against Israel, UAE (Dubai and Abu Dhabi), Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, and Jordan, primarily targeting US military bases in those countries.