President Trump and administration members are shown monitoring live US military strikes inside Iran during Operation “Epic Fury” on February 28, 2026.
White House Shares Historic Images
The White House published photographs showing President Donald J. Trump and members of his administration gathered in a command center room, monitoring live reports of ongoing strikes. The official caption reads: “President Donald J. Trump monitors actions by the US Army in Iran: Operation ‘Epic Fury,’ February 28, 2026.”
Operation “Epic Fury” Details
Released information indicates the operation, codenamed “Epic Fury,” targeted strategic locations within Iran. The US administration has not provided specifics on the scale of destruction or precise attack locations. It is known that senior Iranian leaders were the targets. Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in the attacks. Satellite images published online show a ruined complex of the deceased Iranian leader. The process of transferring power is set to begin on Sunday, March 1. The White House emphasizes the actions were conducted by the US Army and constituted a strategically significant military operation. This distinction is critical, as a declaration of war would require Congressional approval.
Regional Tensions Escalate
Relations between Washington and Tehran have deteriorated significantly in recent weeks, with both sides exchanging warnings and accusations about destabilizing the region. Ultimately, on Saturday, February 28, the US and Israel launched attacks in Iran.
Historical Context of US-Iran Conflicts
Previous conflicts between the US and Iran have included issues related to Iran’s nuclear program, economic sanctions, and military activity in the Middle East. Operation “Epic Fury” represents the culmination of long-standing regional tensions. Trump emphasized in his statements that the regime in Iran must never have access to nuclear weapons. Iran responded to the attacks by sending rockets to US military bases and US-allied countries in the region.
