Israel and U.S. Conduct Airstrikes Near Iran's Supreme Leader Amid Rising Tensions

On February 28, 2026, Israel launched airstrikes on Tehran, targeting locations near Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's offices amid heightened tensions over Iran's nuclear program. Israeli and U.S. involvement was reported, though details remain unclear. Khamenei, who has led Iran since 1989, faces significant internal and external challenges, including recent protests and previous attacks. Israeli officials claimed Khamenei was killed, but Iran has not confirmed this. The strikes mark a critical escalation in the ongoing conflict between Israel, Iran, and their allies.