Photos released by the US Central Command (CENTCOM) showed US forces in action during the operation Epic Fury in Iran.
A joint US-Israeli operation launched on February 28 after the death of the Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as a response to attacks on places with an American presence in the region, has been ongoing for more than a month.
Since then, the U.S. military has been coordinating precision strikes against bases, weapons depots and logistics centers in Iran, using cruise missiles, airborne forces, reconnaissance and attack drones, and beefing up missile defenses to protect troops and allies.
According to the Pentagon, the main objectives of the operation are Epic Fury curtail the activities of terrorist groups in Iran, protect trade routes, and respond to direct threats against U.S. forces and interests in the region.
In recent interviews, US President Donald Trump he said the conflict with Iran could be over within “two to three weeks” and advocated a strategy based on intensive attacks to quickly neutralize an adversary’s military capacity.
However, this statement contrasts with the assessments of analysts and officials interviewed by the media, who point to a more complex situation. Despite the first weeks of bombing and naval operations led by CENTCOM, Iranian forces and their allies continue to carry out attacks in the region.
Recent reports also indicate an increase in the cost of the operation, which is already estimated at tens of billions of dollars, as well as casualties among US troops. The economic and logistical impact extends beyond the battlefield itself and is reflected in maritime trade and the global oil market.
Photo: US Central Command / US Central Command Public Affairs. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
