U.S. and Israel Launch Strikes Against Iran, Marking Collapse of Diplomatic Strategy
On February 28, 2026, the United States and Israel initiated military strikes against Iran's military and nuclear infrastructure. This action marks a significant shift from decades of diplomatic engagement aimed at moderating Iran's revolutionary ambitions. The strikes were a response to Iran's strategic architecture, which includes regional militias and weapons proliferation across Lebanon, Iraq, Syria, and Yemen. These efforts have allowed Iran to exert pressure on Israel without direct interstate conflict. The strikes signify the failure of Western strategies that relied on diplomatic concessions and negotiations, which were perceived as signs of moderation but ultimately facilitated Iran's expansionist goals. 
