Summary
The United States, led by President Donald Trump, has started a military operation called Operation Epic Fury targeting Iran. The operation involves air and sea strikes to destroy Iranian missiles and prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons. As of now, the conflict has led to significant loss of life and substantial U.S. financial involvement in the region.
Key Facts
- The US and Israel have launched air and sea strikes against Iran, marking open military conflict.
- President Trump said the operation aims to stop Iran from getting nuclear weapons.
- The operation, named Operation Epic Fury, has involved over 1,250 targets in Iran.
- Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was reportedly killed in the strikes.
- The US military destroyed 11 Iranian ships as part of the operation.
- Since October 2023, the US has spent between $31.35 billion and $33.77 billion related to Middle Eastern conflicts.
- The operation uses over 20 weapons systems, including advanced aircraft and drones.
- As of Monday, the Iranian Red Crescent reported 555 deaths across 130 locations in Iran.
