The Israel Defense Forces have confirmed that a joint U.S.-Israeli operation successfully struck a fortified bunker beneath Iran’s leadership compound in Tehran, eliminating Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and several top officials. The strike, conducted on February 28, 2026, as part of Operation Epic Fury, targeted a complex reportedly built as a secure command site for Khamenei during wartime, spanning multiple streets with several entrances and meeting rooms for senior officials.

Video footage accompanying the announcement shows nighttime aerial strikes, with explosions illuminating urban areas consistent with the deployment of precision bunker-busting munitions. The operation demonstrates advanced coordination between U.S. and Israeli forces and highlights the capability to neutralize high-value targets while minimizing broader collateral damage.