US-Iran war timeline: Key events from first strikes to ceasefire
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The US and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire after weeks of escalating hostilities triggered by US-Israeli strikes. The crisis unfolded through a mix of military escalation, retaliatory strikes, and behind-the-scenes negotiations, resulting in significant damage and loss of life in Iran and surrounding countries.
The US and Israel launched coordinated air and sea strikes on Iran on 28 February, killing over 170 people, mostly schoolgirls. Iran retaliated by targeting Gulf states, damaging airports and infrastructure. The conflict escalated, with both sides exchanging strikes and suffering casualties. A US submarine torpedoed an Iranian frigate, killing 80 sailors. Iran launched fresh missile strikes on Israel and targeted commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. After weeks of hostilities, Pakistan-led backchannel diplomacy helped secure a two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran.
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