Morning Wire BREAKING: U.S. Launches Operation Epic Fury On Iran | 2.28.26
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Feb 28, 2026 
Cabot Phillips, Daily Wire senior editor known for on-the-ground national security reporting. He walks through the rapid strikes by Israel and the U.S., targeted hits on nuclear sites and leadership, Iran’s counterattacks across the region, and the global and U.S. political fallout. Short, fast-paced breakdowns of the timeline, scope, and what reporters will follow next.
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Coordinated Strikes Target Nukes And Leadership
- The U.S. and Israel launched coordinated strikes on Iran targeting nuclear and leadership sites.
- John Bickley reports Israel hit Tehran leadership compounds while U.S. airstrikes focused on nuclear facilities rebuilt after Operation Midnight Hammer.
Reporter Woke Up To The World Changing
- Cabot Phillips woke at 3:45 a.m. and discovered the strikes had changed the world overnight.
- He notes Israel launched the first wave on Tehran at about 8 a.m. local time, then the U.S. began its strikes shortly after Trump's address.
Different Targets Reveal Strategic Division
- The U.S. prioritized disabling Iran's nuclear infrastructure while Israel focused on regime leadership.
- Satellite imagery and footage reportedly show damage to the Ayatollah's residence and Tehran compounds, signalling high-value targeting.