President Donald Trump has labeled Iran an “unacceptable threat” and ordered the launch of Operation Epic Fury, a major joint military campaign with Israel targeting key Iranian military and nuclear sites. The offensive began on February 28, 2026, with coordinated strikes against Iranian command centers and strategic infrastructure, prompting swift retaliatory missile and drone attacks by Tehran across the Middle East. Trump defended the bold move as necessary to prevent a nuclear-armed Iran and to protect U.S. and allied security, while also urging the Iranian people to rise against their leadership. The campaign has sparked intense international debate, with critics warning of escalating regional conflict and unpredictable consequences if tensions continue to spiral.