US-Israeli strikes
Coverage of US-Israeli strikes in the Nexus archive.
- Iran live updates: US launches 'powerful' airstrikes after reported strait attacks
President Donald Trump announced 'major combat operations' against Iran on Feb. 28, involving massive joint U.S.-Israeli airstrikes following reported attacks on the strait. The strikes mark a significant escalation in tensions between the U.S. and Iran.
- Khamenei’s coffin placed in Tehran religious complex as Iran begins days-long funeral
The body of Iran’s supreme leader, killed in US-Israeli strikes that triggered the Middle East war, arrived at Tehran’s Grand Mosalla ahead of a days-long funeral. Millions and foreign dignitaries are expected to attend, with calls for a massive turnout to avenge his death.
- Supreme leader's body arrives at Tehran religious complex for funeral
The body of Iran's supreme leader, Ali Khamenei, arrived at Tehran's Grand Mosalla for his funeral following US-Israeli strikes that triggered the Middle East war. Millions and foreign dignitaries are expected to attend the Saturday ceremony, with the coffin displayed under Iran's tricolour flag.
- Khamenei’s body arrives in Tehran for funeral ceremonies
The body of Iran’s former supreme leader Ali Khamenei has arrived in Tehran for funeral ceremonies, with up to 20 million people expected to attend. The funeral will conclude with his burial at the Imam Reza shrine in Mashhad, following his death in US-Israeli strikes on 28 February.
- Flowers and a raised fist: Tehran's Grand Mosalla readies for Khamenei farewell
Tehran's Grand Mosalla is preparing for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral, with security heightened and workers setting up floral arrangements and banners. The funeral will span six days, including a procession through Tehran and burial in Mashhad. Authorities expect 15-20 million participants in Tehran alone.
- Iran's Ghalibaf calls to avenge Khamenei death with massive funeral turnout
Iran's chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf called for a massive funeral turnout to avenge the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, attributing it to US-Israeli strikes. He urged the Iranian people to participate in the ceremonies starting Saturday to make a 'glorious page in the history of Islamic Iran' and amplify the nation's call for vengeance.
- Factbox-Costs to Lebanon of latest Israel-Hezbollah war
Lebanon has experienced the deadliest spillover of a regional war linked to U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran, which began escalating on March 2 when Hezbollah attacked Israel. The conflict triggered an Israeli air and ground campaign, resulting in significant casualties for Lebanon.
- Strait of Hormuz transit will take ‘weeks’ to resume, largest tanker operator tells FT
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines' CEO stated that shipping through the Strait of Hormuz will not resume for weeks until the U.S.-Iran deal becomes 'material.' The U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran, beginning February 28, disrupted transit of oil, LNG, and other goods through the critical shipping route.
- The fading mirage of US-guaranteed Gulf security
The article examines the erosion of US military dominance in the Gulf following recent US-Israeli strikes on Iran, questioning the reliability of US-guaranteed security in the region. It highlights how post-strike stability and systemic failures challenge the perception of restored American influence.
- ‘No clear strategy’: how Trump went from shock and awe to wait and see in Iran
The White House has shifted from military strikes to economic pressure against Iran, but the lack of a clear strategy has eroded confidence among US allies. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz is causing economic disruptions globally, despite claims of fractured Iranian leadership.