Summary
The U.S. military is conducting a joint operation with Israel against Iran called "Epic Fury." Military leaders say the operation will take time and will not end quickly. They did not give a clear end date for the mission.
Key Facts
- The operation is called "Epic Fury" and started on Saturday.
- U.S. and Israeli forces are working together on this operation.
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen. Dan Caine spoke about the operation at a Pentagon meeting.
- They said the operation will not finish "overnight" and will require time to complete objectives.
- President Trump mentioned the operation might last about four weeks but did not give a specific timeframe.
- Four U.S. service members have died since the operation began.
- Gen. Caine warned that there could be more U.S. losses but efforts will be made to minimize them.
- Officials emphasize this operation is different from previous long-term interventions in the Middle East.
