The massive bombing of Iran unleashed by the U.S. and Israeli governments on February 28, 2026, has thrust the Middle East into a regional war. This is an imperialist war shaking the Mideast and threatening world peace. It has set back prospects for the Iranian people to eventually rid themselves of the oppressive regime in Tehran. It is a war for oil. Ranked third after Venezuela and Saudi Arabia, Iran sits atop one of the largest oil reserves in the world. Taking control of these enormous assets would put the U.S. military in a better position to face a future war with China — Washington’s top competitor. All this is done at the expense of working- and middle-class people in Iran and across the region.

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.ml/post/44404249

March 7, 2026

The massive bombing of Iran unleashed by the U.S. and Israeli governments on February 28, 2026, has thrust the Middle East into a regional war. Tehran is retaliating with missiles and drones directed against U.S. and Israeli targets, as well as oil refineries and other installations in neighboring countries that directly or indirectly support Washington’s unprovoked assault.

Drunk with the allure of imposing their will by military power after their recent success in Venezuela, the super wealthy families that rule the United States — alongside their Israeli allies — have sparked a bloody and expanding conflagration. While claiming to make the world “better off,” their “peace president” and his minions have opened up a new, more dangerous chapter.

This is an imperialist war, shaking the Mideast and threatening world peace. It has set back prospects for the Iranian people to eventually rid themselves of the oppressive regime in Tehran.