Gen. Caine Outlines the Opening Days of Operation Epic Fury

The United States and Israel launched Operation Epic Fury against Iran after months of planning and a buildup that stalled nuclear talks. Gen. Dan Caine described a multi-domain campaign, beginning with cyber/space actions followed by a daylight strike involving 100+ aircraft and carrier-based missiles. B-2 bombers hit underground facilities as naval forces fired Tomahawks, with more than 1,000 targets hit in the first 24 hours. The operation has incurred losses, including four US service members killed and three F-15s downed by friendly fire, while Iran has retaliated; the briefing also notes that Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed on day one. The fight is ongoing as US and allied defenses contend with ongoing threats.