Israeli airstrikes pounded the capitals of Iran and Lebanon as the U.S. apparently struck an Iranian drone carrier at sea, intensifying its campaign targeting the Islamic Republic’s fleet of warships.

A map created by the CBS News data team shows the strike locations across Iran, including the capital and the site of a major nuclear facility.

Joint U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran plunged the Middle East into renewed turmoil. Here’s what you need to know to understand the conflict.

US and Israel 'moving to next phase' of war with Iran 5 March 2026 27 minutes Available for 89 days Massive explosions are reported in Tehran and in Karaj to its west as the United States and Israel step up their attacks on Iranian cities.

CNN’s Frederik Pleitgen is on his way to Iran’s capital, Tehran, as Israel and the US continue their aerial campaign against the country. CNN is operating in Iran only with government permission.

Israeli officials appear less concerned with such planning than with destroying Iranian regime capabilities. Israeli forces alone have deployed more force against Iran in four days than in 12 days of conflict last June, fought largely without the US.

Israel announces strategic shift toward regional integration through Abraham Accords as military cooperation with Arab neighbors deepens significantly.

Israel decided days after Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack to target Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, while detailed planning came later, USA TODAY learned.