Tracking America’s latest conflict: The Iran war timeline
A conflict between the United States and Iran began on February 28, 2026. Since then, the situation has fluctuated between periods of open conflict and temporary lulls in hostilities. Despite these fluctuations, fighting has continued.
The conflict has resulted in the deaths of 18 American service members. Iran has also struck targets across the region in retaliation. Official sources, including the Defense Department, have provided information on the conflict.
Further details on the conflict, including a timeline of events, are available from official sources and news outlets, such as Task & Purpose, which has compiled information from various sources, including press conferences and media queries.
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