From CBS News.

The U.S.-Israeli war on Iran erupted on Feb. 28, 2026, and the death toll in the Middle East continues to grow. Questions linger about President Trump’s objectives behind the offensive as Arab nations and other U.S. allies fear being dragged into a massive and prolonged conflict. CBS News’ Olivia Gazis breaks down seven key takeaways on the Iran war.

00:00 President Trump announces Operation Fury
04:37 Pentagon holds first briefing after Americans are killed in Kuwait
08:57 Marco Rubio comments on war’s objectives, but President Trump contradicts his initial claims
12:41 Pentagon touts air operations and announces submarine attack in international waters
14:25 Family of U.S. soldier Declan Coady killed in Kuwait reacts to his death
17:42 Israeli President Isaac Herzog on objectives behind the war
20:14 Allegations of U.S. striking girls’ school in Iran, thousands of Americans stuck in Middle East

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