Novara Live The US & Israel’s War on Iran
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Mar 2, 2026 Eksandar Sadeghi, academic and Iran analyst, gives historical perspective on Khamenei and Iran’s resilience. Anel Shaleen, Quincy Institute fellow and former State Department staffer, explains US–Israel motives, timing and legal questions. They discuss joint strikes, Iran’s regional retaliation, risks to US sustainment, and prospects for regime change in short, compelling segments.
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US Israel Decapitation Air Campaign
- The US and Israel launched Operation Epic Fury/Lion's Roar with carrier jets, B-2 bombers and drone swarms striking Tehran and other Iranian cities.
- Targets included IRGC HQ, Khamenei's compound (killing him) and Iran's nuclear sites, showing a coordinated decapitation strategy.
Assassination Sparked Mass Mourning And Civilian Toll
- The strike on Khamenei's compound killed the supreme leader and family members, triggering 40 days of mourning and mass gatherings.
- Casualties across Iran exceed 550, including many civilian deaths like the girls' school strike in Minab.
Iran Regional Retaliation Targeted Oil And Bases
- Iran retaliated by firing missiles, rockets and drones across the Gulf hitting US bases, Gulf states and oil infrastructure.
- Attacks struck Dubai, Bahrain, Qatar, Saudi refineries and tankers, disrupting shipping and spiking oil prices.