Israel Defense Forces announced that the largest offensive air operation in the history of the country’s air force was carried out with the participation of approximately 200 fighter jets, concluding a large-scale strike against Iran’s missile systems and air defense networks in
Benjamin Netanyahu, Prime Minister of Israel, while not explicitly confirming Khamenei’s death, stated that there are strong indications suggesting he is no longer alive.
An Israeli official speaking to Western media named Ali Khamenei, Iran’s Supreme Leader, and Masoud Pezeshkian, the President of Iran, among the intended targets.
The source declined to provide further details regarding the nature of the attack or the type of missiles used.
The attack was reportedly met with reactions of support and celebration among segments of the population in Iran, particularly in Kurdish-majority provinces.
The ministry stated that the UK’s ability to assist British nationals in Iran is now severely limited. The embassy is operating remotely, and no in-person consular services are being provided, even in emergency situations.
In a statement released on Friday, February 27, 2026, the ministry said: “Italian nationals who are in Iran for tourism or whose presence is not strictly necessary are requested to leave the country.”
Volker Turk, United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, on Friday February 27, 2026, called for the immediate suspension of executions in Iran.
Amid indirect negotiations between Iran and the United States, a complaint has been filed in a Swiss court against Kazem Gharibabadi, Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister and a member of the country’s negotiating team.
According to official reports published in Iranian state-affiliated media, food prices in Iran had experienced an unprecedented surge by February 2026, nearly doubling compared to the previous year.
