Mo News SPECIAL EDITION: Ayatollah Killed As US & Israel Launch Massive Attack On Iran
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Feb 28, 2026 Breaking reports of a joint U.S.-Israeli strike and the reported killing of Iran's supreme leader. Accounts of surprise morning operations and widescale strikes across Tehran and the region. Coverage of Iranian retaliation targeting Israel and U.S. assets in Gulf states. Discussion of succession uncertainty, legal questions about military action, and how the conflict might unfold next.
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Khamenei Killed In Large Daytime Decapitation Strike
- The U.S. and Israel claim Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei was killed in a daytime decapitation strike that hit dozens of top officials.
- Mosheh Oinounou says videos show celebrations in Tehran and that this operation reportedly removed up to 40 senior Iranian leaders, marking a dramatic intelligence success.
Daytime Timing Was Chosen To Maximize Surprise
- Operation Epic Fury began in daylight to maximize surprise and targeted Iran's military, nuclear program, and regime leadership according to President Trump and the Pentagon.
- Jill Wagner notes the morning timing was deliberate because Iranians wouldn't expect a daytime attack during ongoing talks.
Campaign Framed As Crushing Nuclear Ambitions And Empowering Iranians
- Trump framed the campaign as aimed at crippling Iran's military and eliminating its nuclear ambitions while urging Iranians to seize control of their destiny.
- The hosts contrast this with months of prior negotiations and U.S. military positioning in the region.