Epic Fury

US strikes smash Iran's Kharg Island

The United States has carried out a major military strike on Iran's Kharg Island, a critical hub for the country's oil exports, as the ongoing U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran enters its third week.

Pentagon identifies six airmen killed in Iraq aircraft crash

The Pentagon identifies six US airmen killed when a KC-135 refueling aircraft crashed in western Iraq during Operation Epic Fury. The incident remains under investigation.

Trump:

'Iran wants a deal, but I’m not ready for one yet'

US President says American strikes heavily damaged Iran’s Kharg Island oil hub, hints at possible additional attacks, and says Iran wants a deal but the terms are “not good enough yet."

Zamir visits logistics center, mourning US crew members killed

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visits Technology and Logistics Directorate, praising cooperation with US Armed Forces and conveying deep condolences for the six lives lost.

Hegseth:

Looking up, IRGC only sees Stars and Stripes and Star of David

Pete Hegseth and Dan Caine hold a briefing on Iran at the Pentagon.

Rescue efforts underway after US KC-135 refueling plane crashes

US KC-135 refueling aircraft goes down in western Iraq during Operation Epic Fury. Rescue efforts ongoing. CENTCOM says the incident was not caused by hostile or friendly fire.

US Army destroys Iranian vessels near Strait of Hormuz

US Army destroys 16 Iranian minelaying vessels near the Strait of Hormuz, as Trump warns Tehran against deploying mines in the vital shipping route.