For the second time in less than a year, U.S.-Iran peace talks have collapsed into military conflict—this time with Israel launching a preemptive strike on Iranian cities and military sites on February 28, 2026. U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed American involvement, vowing to "annihilate" Iran's military capabilities and prevent nuclear weapon development. 🔥
From Talks to Strikes
The escalation mirrors June 2025's "Operation Midnight Hammer," where U.S.-Israeli strikes destroyed Iranian nuclear facilities after failed negotiations. This time, Israel acted first, with Trump declaring on Truth Social: "We will ensure Iran never has a nuclear weapon." Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu called the operation necessary to counter an "existential threat." 🚨
Why Diplomacy Collapsed Again
Trump criticized Iran's concessions—including a proposal to export half its highly enriched uranium—as insufficient, demanding zero enrichment even for civilian use. Iran had called the U.S. stance "unrealistic," but the strikes signal a return to hardline tactics. Analysts warn the conflict could destabilize global energy markets and regional security. 💣
With Israel firmly aligned with Trump's strategy, the cycle of failed talks and military action shows no signs of slowing. As one diplomat put it: "This isn't diplomacy—it's brinkmanship." 🌐
