Strikes on Iran and "Operation Epic Fury." What is known as of 15:00 on February 28? » Gazeta.kg

After recent attacks by the USA and Israel, active hostilities have begun in Iran. The situation is escalating, with missile launches, communication outages, and evacuations reported from both sides. The editorial team at Kaktus.media has prepared a summary of the current situation as of 15:00 on February 28, Bishkek time.

A large-scale military operation by the USA and Israel against Iran has commenced, targeting military and strategic sites, including key infrastructure related to nuclear and missile programs.
US President Donald Trump has defined the goal of the operation as "eliminating the threat" posed by the Iranian regime, emphasizing its nuclear and missile ambitions. He also warned of possible casualties and stated that "bombs will fall everywhere."
This operation is referred to as "Lion's Roar" in Israel and "Epic Fury" in the USA.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called on his citizens to remain resilient, warning of a potential escalation of the conflict in the coming days.
According to media reports, the strikes by Israel and the USA have hit around 30 sites, including government and military facilities, as well as the Isfahan area, where one of the nuclear sites is located.
Iran has responded to the extensive consequences of the attacks, including strikes on government quarters in Tehran and other cities, including Isfahan.
According to Iranian state media, the Supreme Leader of the country, Ali Khamenei, has been moved to a safe location.
Iran is experiencing a near-total internet shutdown and communication restrictions have been imposed. Airspace has also been closed in both Iran and neighboring Iraq.
According to the IDF, missiles have been launched from Iranian territory towards Israel, and air defense systems are taking measures to intercept them. Iranian media report dozens of ballistic missiles being launched. An air raid alert has been declared in Israel, and authorities are preparing for possible new strikes. Iranian representatives indicate that the response will be "devastating."
There are reports of partial evacuation of personnel from the American military base in Qatar.
Israeli sources claim that Amir Hatami, the commander of the Iranian army, has been killed.
Explosions are heard in Bahrain, Abu Dhabi, and Kuwait. According to reports from "Al Jazeera" and other media, explosions have occurred in Bahrain, where American military bases are located. Qatari authorities reported the interception of two Iranian missiles on their territory, as reported by The New York Times.