# Iran
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Erdogan Demands Immediate Ceasefire and Offers Turkey as Mediator After Strike on Iran
President Erdogan condemned a US–Israeli strike on Iran as a violation of international law and called for an immediate ceasefire, blaming the Netanyahu government’s provocations for escalating tensions. He said Turkey will accelerate diplomatic efforts to convene talks and press the parties back to the negotiating table, positioning Ankara as a potential mediator amid a volatile regional environment.
Khamenei Reportedly Takes Direct Command as Tehran Signals Readiness for Wider Confrontation
A source says Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has entered an operational command room to oversee military operations, echoing his role during last year’s 12-day clash with Israel. His direct involvement concentrates decision-making at the regime’s apex and raises the risk of faster, coordinated responses by Iran and its proxies, complicating regional de-escalation efforts.
Air Raids Rock Tehran — Widespread Strikes Trigger Panic and Fresh Regional Fears
A surprise series of US–Israeli airstrikes struck Tehran on the morning of Feb. 28, provoking widespread panic, school evacuations and communications difficulties. The operation — broader than previous strikes — targeted security and state-linked sites and was accompanied by a US presidential appeal urging Iranians to rise against their government, raising the stakes for regional escalation.
Tehran Appeals to UN After US–Israel Strikes, Warning of Full Responsibility for Any Escalation
Iran's foreign minister wrote to the UN on February 28 protesting recent US and Israeli strikes, demanding that both states bear full responsibility for any consequences including escalation. The letter is a diplomatic attempt to frame the attacks as illegal and to build a political record, even as the Security Council is unlikely to take decisive action.
Macron Calls Emergency UNSC Meeting After US–Israel Strikes on Iran, Raising Risk of Wider Middle East Confrontation
US and Israeli strikes on Iran on 28 February prompted an Iranian retaliation and a call from French president Emmanuel Macron for an emergency UN Security Council meeting. Macron warned the episode could seriously undermine international peace and urged an immediate halt to escalation amid concerns about regional spillover and disruption to global markets.
Strike on Khamenei Signals a Dangerous Escalation — and a Gamble by Washington and Tel Aviv
U.S. and Israeli forces launched a joint assault on Iran on 28 February 2026 that struck near the residences of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and President Masoud Pezeshkian, signalling a deliberate escalation from 2025 strikes on nuclear sites. Washington appears to be testing a stepwise campaign intended to degrade Iran's remaining capabilities and to pressure Tehran politically, a gamble that raises the risk of wider regional war and profound diplomatic fallout.
UN Urges Restraint as Israel, US and Iran Exchange Strikes, Raising Risk of Wider War
The UN's human rights chief, Volker Türk, condemned recent strikes involving Israel, the United States and Iran and urged all sides to return to negotiations to avoid civilian suffering. The exchanges mark a dangerous escalation with potential ripple effects for regional stability, maritime security and global energy markets.
Global Leaders Sound Alarm as U.S. and Israel Strike Iran, Raising Risk of Wider Middle East War
U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran on 28 February prompted widespread international alarm, with European, Asian and other governments urging restraint and diplomacy. The strikes mark a dangerous escalation that risks entangling regional actors and external powers and raising instability in energy and shipping routes.
Satellite Images Show Strike on Khamenei’s Tehran Compound as Israel Says It Targeted Iranian Leaders
Satellite images released by Chinese state media appear to show an attack on the Tehran compound linked to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, while an Israeli official said the IDF targeted several senior Iranian leaders. Iran says Khamenei was not in Tehran and was moved to a secure location; the incident raises the risk of significant regional escalation and political fallout within Iran.
Mossad Appeals Directly to Iranians During Strikes, Seeking Footage and Support to 'Restore Glory'
During Israeli strikes on Iran on February 28, Mossad used its Persian Telegram channel to call on Iranian citizens for photos and videos to support operations and help "restore" Iran's former glory. The public appeal merges open‑source intelligence gathering with information operations, raising risks for contributors and increasing the likelihood of Iranian countermeasures and domestic crackdowns.
Israel on Alert: IDF Says It Is Closely Watching Iran as Public Anxiety Grows
The Israel Defense Forces said it is closely monitoring Iran and remains highly vigilant, while civilian defence guidance remains unchanged. The statement, stressing readiness and partner coordination, is intended to reassure a tense public without escalating the situation publicly.
U.S. and Israel Reportedly Coordinated Months-Long Daytime Strike Plan to Surprise Iran
Israeli Channel 12 reports that the United States and Israel have coordinated a months-long joint operation against Iran, with an initial four-day phase timed for morning strikes to seize the element of surprise. The report, citing an anonymous Israeli security official, comes as President Trump reiterates a hardline stance on Iran's nuclear capabilities, and if true would heighten risks of regional escalation and complicate diplomatic avenues.