U.S. officials say Iran retains significant military capability despite heavy losses during 40-day air campaign
Anonymous U.S. administration representatives told journalists from CBS that Iran’s military losses during a 40-day air campaign were lower than publicly stated.
U.S. Central Command begins mine clearance operations in Strait of Hormuz to secure maritime trade route
Forces from United States Central Command began operations on April 11 to prepare for clearing sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz.
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CENTCOM chief says U.S. forces remain ready after ‘generational’ defeat of Iran despite fragile ceasefire [VIDEO]
U.S. Navy Admiral Brad Cooper said U.S. troops continue to maintain a presence in the region. “We remain present, […]
Operation Epic Fury: U.S. forces strike over 13,000 targets in 38 days, severely degrading Iran’s military capabilities
The White House said U.S. forces struck more than 13,000 targets during Operation Epic Fury, a 38-day military campaign against Iran.
Operation Epic Fury reaches ceasefire after U.S. strikes on Iran as officials say objectives achieved and forces remain ready
The U.S. Department of War said Operation Epic Fury has achieved its objectives after fewer than 40 days of military action against Iran.
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B-2 Spirit stealth bombers fly 36-hour mission to strike underground IRGC command site in Iran [VIDEO]
B-2 Spirit stealth bombers conducted a 36-hour nonstop mission to strike an underground site in Iran, according to a U.S. official cited by Military Times.
U.S. officials highlight successful rescue of downed airmen in Iran following F-15E shootdown during Operation Epic Fury
The U.S. Department of War said senior officials praised the successful rescue of two airmen following the downing of a Boeing F-15E Strike Eagle over Iran.
U.S. Air Force F-15E shot down over Iran as rescue effort recovers one crew member, search continues
A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle crashed in Iran’s Khuzestan province during ongoing air operations, according to reports and U.S. officials.
U.S. Air Force B-52 bombers deploy JDAM bombs over Iran as expanding air superiority shifts strike campaign dynamics
U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bombers have conducted missions over Iran carrying JDAM-guided gravity bombs, marking a shift in their operational role during Operation Epic Fury.
Donald Trump says U.S. objectives in Iran near completion as Operation Epic Fury enters final phase
President Donald Trump said U.S. military objectives in Iran are nearing completion under Operation Epic Fury.
Zelenskyy says Russia shared satellite intelligence with Iran ahead of attack on U.S. Base in Saudi Arabia
Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russia had taken satellite images of a U.S. air base in Saudi Arabia in the days before an Iranian attack that wounded American personnel.
Iranian attack damages U.S. E-3 Sentry AWACS aircraft at Prince Sultan Air Base, raising concerns over air force capability gaps
An E-3 Sentry AWACS was among the aircraft damaged in a March 27 Iranian missile and drone attack on Prince Sultan Air Base.