The 2026 Iran War is described as an ongoing armed conflict in West Asia that began at the end of February 2026 and involves Iran. Because the conflict is recent and still unfolding, details of its causes, the parties involved and its outcome cannot be stated with confidence here. It follows a long period of regional tension, including earlier direct confrontations between Iran and its adversaries. Accounts of events and casualties from such a recent conflict may change as reliable reporting accumulates.
Before and after
- 3 January 2026Capture of Nicolás Maduro
- from 13 January 2026 to 18 January 20262026 northeastern Syria offensive
- 20 January 20262026 Gelida train derailment
- 21 February 20262026 Afghanistan–Pakistan War
- 28 February 20262026 Iran War
- 28 February 2026Assassination of Ali Khamenei
- 28 February 2026Death of Ali Khamenei
- 28 March 2026March 2026 No Kings protests
- 1 April 2026MV Hondius hantavirus outbreak
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