Published: Mar 01, 2026, 14:45 IST | Updated: Mar 01, 2026, 14:45 IST
Iran has launched a new wave of missile and drone strikes targeting United States military bases across the Middle East and Israel in retaliation for the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in joint U.S.–Israeli airstrikes. State media said Iranian forces hit dozens of facilities, including 27 U.S. bases and key Israeli military sites, while air raid sirens sounded across the region. The escalation marks a significant shift in the conflict, raising fears of broader regional instability and global security implications.