Unholy: Two Jews on the News Emergency update: US and Israel strike Iran; Khamenei reported dead - with Amos Harel
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Feb 28, 2026 
Amos Harel, military analyst and longtime Haaretz commentator, breaks down coordinated US and Israeli strikes on Iran. He explains operational details and targeting choices. He discusses likely Iranian responses and whether this could shift regional power or the regime's future. Short, urgent, and focused on the military and strategic angles.
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Joint US Israel Strike Targeted Iran Leadership
- The strikes were a coordinated US–Israel air campaign targeting regime leadership and weapons infrastructure.
- Amos Harel says ~200 Israeli jets hit ~500 targets in western Iran, killing senior IRGC figures and hitting missile and nuclear-related sites.
Multiple Target Types Show Layered Strategic Goals
- The operation combined decapitation strikes with hits on missile production and nuclear-related sites to pressure the regime on multiple fronts.
- Amos lists targets: Khamenei-related leadership, missile launchers, production lines, and IRGC bases.
Trump Led Decision With Netanyahu As Push Factor
- Donald Trump made the final decision while Benjamin Netanyahu served as the driving advisor pushing for regime change.
- Amos explains coordination had been planned in advance though Israeli statements appeared first to shape public perception.