negotiations in Geneva on February 26, where mediators from Oman reported "significant progress" and that Iran had agreed to "zero stockpiling" of enriched uranium.Just one in four Americans supports US strikes on Iran, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds By Jason Lange March 1, 2026Timing of Strikes and Negotiations: The strikes, codenamed "Operation Epic Fury" by the U.S. and "Roaring Lion" by Israel, began on February 28, 2026. These actions occurred immediately following a third round of indirect negotiations in Geneva on February 26, where mediators from Oman reported "significant progress" and that Iran had agreed to "zero stockpiling" of enriched uranium. The Breakdown in Talks: Despite reported progress, President Donald Trump expressed dissatisfaction with the negotiations, stating on February 27 that Iran was "not willing to give us what we have to have" and that he was unsatisfied with the lack of a total stop to enrichment. The Attacks: The U.S. and Israel carried out a "heavy and pinpoint bombing" campaign, targeting key military, government, and nuclear sites in Tehran, Isfahan, Qom, Karaj, and Kermanshah. The strikes reportedly destroyed the headquarters of the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) and damaged hardened ballistic missile facilities. Casualties and Retaliation: The conflict quickly escalated, with reports indicating that Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in the strikes. Iran retaliated by targeting U.S. bases across the Middle East, resulting in the deaths of at least three U.S. service members. Context: The strikes follow a previous joint U.S.-Israeli attack in June 2025, with the 2026 action being described as a broader, more intensive effort to degrade Iran's capabilities and, according to reports, to push for regime change. Beloud