Apple News Today What comes next after massive strikes in Iran
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Mar 2, 2026 
Corinne Purtill, Los Angeles Times reporter covering the Iranian-American community in L.A. shares local reactions. Jared Malsin, Wall Street Journal Middle East correspondent, explains regional and military fallout. They discuss the recent U.S.-Israeli strikes, impacts across the Middle East, leadership and succession questions in Iran, and the domestic political debate over military authority.
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Scale And Immediate Impact Of The Strikes
- The U.S. and Israel launched a large joint strike that killed Iran's Supreme Leader and hit hundreds of targets, creating regional chaos and uncertainty.
- Jared Malsin highlighted airport shutdowns in Dubai, oil price surges, and waves of missiles and drones across Israel and Gulf states.
Airstrikes Rarely Produce Regime Change
- Airstrikes alone rarely topple governments, so long-term regime change in Iran is uncertain despite devastating blows.
- Jared Malsin warned there's basically no precedent for overthrowing a government solely by air campaign.
Strike Timing Intensified War Powers Debate
- The White House told top lawmakers a strike was imminent but carried out operations before Congress could vote to curb military action.
- Lawmakers like Ro Khanna called the timing a "slap in the face" as votes on limiting war powers were pending.