Summary
The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) shared details about "Operation Epic Fury," involving U.S. and partner forces striking targets in Iran, resulting in casualties and injuries. The operation, described as the largest U.S. military build-up in the region in a generation, was met with retaliatory attacks from Iran, but reported no U.S. casualties.
Key Facts
- CENTCOM released video footage showing missile launches and fighter jets from "Operation Epic Fury."
- The operation involved strikes in Iran, killing at least 200 people and injuring over 740.
- The U.S. build-up in the Middle East has been described as the largest since the Iraq war in 2003.
- Iran retaliated with missile strikes targeting U.S. bases in the Middle East and Israel.
- No U.S. combat casualties or injuries were reported.
- CENTCOM used one-way attack drones in the operation for the first time.
- The operation targeted Iranian military sites like command facilities and missile launch areas.
- President Trump ordered the operation, and CENTCOM forces successfully defended against Iranian attacks.
