US & Israel Strike Iran, Escalating Tensions

0:00From Sydney, this is your March 1st update. Israel and the United States launch strikes on Iran this past Saturday, targeting top leaders including Ayatollah Khamenei and killing several key. Figures from the Defense Forces and Revolutionary Guard. In response, Iran's regime hit non-military sites in neighboring Gulf countries, like busy airports, in what looks like an attempt to so-key us. This operation differed from last June's attack, where Israel took the lead with U.S. support on nuclear sites. This time, a major U.S. military build-up in the Gulf set the stage, though Israel again directed the strikes, highlighting its long rivalry with Tehran. President Trump has shifted to openly backing regime change as a main goal. A top UAE advisor called Iran's moves a big mistake that's isolating the country right now. He urged Tehran to stop targeting neighbors and act responsibly to avoid more trouble. Meanwhile, world leaders who previously warned against strikes have voiced stronger support

1:00since news of the Ayatollah's death. These Iranian attacks threaten major hubs like Dubai International Airport, which handles 18,000 flights and 80,000 passengers. Daily, they risk pulling the whole region into broader conflict, even as Iran's power seems to fade from earlier hits on its forces and allies. Analysts point to possible cracks in Iran's military unity thanks to sharp Israeli intelligence work. Still, wiping out missile stocks and leaders might not trigger full internal collapse. The regime quickly named new heads, but real change needs deeper splits to emerge. Thanks to our sponsor for supporting today's coverage, Soli Pillow is a pillow with built-in headphones, lay back, press play, and disappear into what you are listening to, S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com