US-Iran War Escalates, Embassies Close
The U.S.-Iran conflict has intensified, with Washington evacuating and closing some regional embassies as the war enters its fourth day. The initial wave of attacks was codenamed "Operation Epic Fury," and the IAEA now warns it "cannot rule out" a radiological release from strikes near nuclear sites. Senator Marco Rubio has promised that the "hardest hits are yet to come" for Iran.
"Operation Epic Fury" is a joint U.S.-Israeli military campaign that commenced on February 28, 2026. In its initial 48 hours, the operation struck more than 1,250 targets, including Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) command centers, air defense systems, and naval vessels. The U.S. has deployed its largest concentration of regional firepower in a generation, featuring B-2 stealth bombers, F-35 fighters, and guided-missile destroyers. The operation also marks the first combat use
