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Middle East War Completes Six Months This Friday

Now28 August 2026 at 13:38

The war in the Middle East completed six months this Friday. The conflict began on February 28, when the United States and Israel launched a large-scale offensive against Iran.

This joint military operation represented a significant escalation in the region, resulting in a confrontation of considerable proportions.

Among the fatalities of the conflict was the Iranian Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, whose death had a profound impact on Iran's leadership.

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