Epic Fury

Trump:

'My sole focus is stopping Iranian nukes, not Strait of Hormuz'

US President tells New York Post the war will 'not last much longer,; US is 'obliterating' Iran's forces.

Secretary Hegseth reveals he visited troops in Middle East

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Air Force Gen. Dan Caine, hold a press briefing at the Pentagon to discuss Operation Epic Fury.

Watch: US strikes ammunition depot in Isfahan

An American official claimed that the attack used a large number of 2000-pound bunker busters in the attack. President Trump shared a video of the attack on Truth Social.

Report:

Gulf allies urge Trump to strike until Iran regime is crippled

Gulf allies led by Saudi Arabia and the UAE are pressing President Trump to prolong military operations against Iran until significant changes occur in Tehran's leadership or behavior, reports The Associated Press.

Rubio:

'US on track to crush Iran’s military in weeks'

Secretary of State Marco Rubio tells ABC the US is ahead of schedule destroying Iran’s air force, navy, missile capabilities and weapons factories, aiming to finish in weeks.

Report:

Trump ready to end Iran war even if Hormuz stays closed

President Donald Trump told aides he is willing to end the US military campaign against Iran within his 4-to-6-week timeline even if the Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed, according to a Wall Street Journal report.

Report:

Iran urges Houthis to ready Red Sea shipping attacks

European officials tell Bloomberg Iran is pressing the Houthis to prepare renewed attacks on Red Sea shipping if the US escalates its war on the Islamic Republic.

Netanyahu:

'Trump understood Iran nuclear threat decades ago'

In interview with Newsmax, PM Netanyahu credits President Trump with recognizing Iran's pursuit of nuclear weapons and delivery systems long before others, says Iran war is "beyond the halfway point".

'Once in a generation opportunity'

White House: Despite public posturing, talks with Iran going well

Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said strikes have crippled Iran’s capabilities, as the administration pushes for a deal to end its nuclear ambitions.

Trump

Response to attack on Haifa refinery will come "shortly"

US President tells New York Post 'you'll see shortly' when asked what the US will do in response to the Iranian strike on Israel's largest oil refinery.

Trump: We're in talks with 'new regime' in Iran

US President Donald Trump says US in 'serious discussions' to end operations in Iran, warns of strikes on energy and desalination infrastructure if Strait of Hormuz remains closed.

Trump:

'Iran talks progressing well, deal possible quickly'

Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, President Trump says US-Iran talks mediated by Pakistan are "progressing well" and a deal could come quickly. On new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, Trump says he "may be alive" but is "seriously wounded".

Report:

Trump weighs military operation to seize Iran's uranium stockpile

President Trump is weighing a high-risk military operation to extract nearly 1,000 pounds of enriched uranium from Iran as part of efforts to prevent the Islamic regime from developing a nuclear weapon, according to The Wall Street Journal.

Iranian President’s warning

'The economy will collapse'

A report by Iran International reveals a sharp conflict at the top of the regime between President Masoud Pezakhian and the commander of the Revolutionary Guards.

'Make Iran Great Again'

Iranian Crown Prince applauded at CPAC

Reza Pahlavi, the exiled son of Iran's last shah, receives thunderous applause at CPAC in Texas as he urges the US to press its military campaign to topple Iran's clerical regime and bring democracy.

After campuses bombed

IRGC threatens US universities in Gulf

Iranian Revolutionary Guard threatens retaliation against US universities in the Middle East following US-Israeli strikes that it claimed damaged two Iranian universities.

Report:

Pentagon preparing for weeks-long ground missions in Iran

The Washington Post reports that the Pentagon is preparing for possible limited ground operations in Iran involving Special Operations and infantry raids, as thousands of US soldiers and Marines arrive in the Middle East.

Manitoba Premier:

'Let the Epstein class fight the Epstein war'

Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew is urging Prime Minister Mark Carney to take stronger action to help end the ongoing war involving Iran, warning of its growing human and economic toll.

Report: US running low on Tomahawk missiles

Reports say US fired over 850 Tomahawk missiles in first month of war against Iran, raising Pentagon concerns over rapidly shrinking stockpiles.

Is Russia assisting Iran in a war against Israel?

European and U.S. intelligence agencies say Russia is sending Iran advanced UAVs that Iran is using in the war against Israel and the United States.

Footage from the cockpit:

US refueling plane and Israeli fighter planes

Special footage from Iran's skies shows US and Israeli planes refuel together midair.

Iran war

German Chancellor doubts success of US-Israel campaign

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz voices skepticism over whether the United States and Israel have a clear strategy to end the war with Iran.

Trump:

'We’re close to being free from Iran’s reign of terror'

US President states that the Middle East is closer than ever to being free from Iranian terror, and stresses that negotiations are underway as the US presses for access to the Strait of Hormuz.

Witkoff:

'We expect talks with Iran this week'

Trump’s Middle East envoy says Washington expects Iran to respond to its 15-point proposal, expresses hope for talks this week.

Rubio:

'War with Iran will end in weeks, not months'

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio states that America is ahead of schedule in its military operation against Iran and will achieve all objectives without deploying ground troops.

Report

UAE to join force aimed at reopening Strait of Hormuz

A report in the Financial Times says that Abu Dhabi has formally expressed willingness to take part in a maritime coalition to break the Iranian blockade.

US deploys uncrewed speedboats for first time in Iran conflict

The Pentagon confirms the United States has deployed uncrewed drone speedboats, including the GARC, for patrols in Operation Epic Fury against Iran.

Report:

Trump weighing 10,000 more troops to Middle East

The Pentagon is considering deploying up to 10,000 additional ground troops, including infantry and armored vehicles, to the Middle East, according to The Wall Street Journal.

'They asked for 7, I gave them 10'

Trump gives Iran 10-day reprieve on energy plant strikes

President Trump announces he is pausing planned strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure for another 10 days, says he gave Iran more time than it asked.

Trump

'Iran is begging to make a deal, not me'

During Cabinet meeting, US president dismisses reports he is desperate for a deal with Iran as "fake news," expresses skepticism that such a deal can be reached.

'Iran always lies'

Netanyahu’s adviser skeptical of Tehran’s intentions

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s foreign policy adviser Ophir Falk expresses deep skepticism about Iran’s willingness to negotiate.

Report:

Trump told aides he hopes to end Iran war quickly

Wall Street Journal reports that President Donald Trump has told associates he wants to avoid a protracted war with Iran and hopes to conclude the conflict in the coming weeks.

CENTCOM chief:

'We’ve hit 10,000 Iranian targets - and we’re not done yet'

Admiral Brad Cooper provides an update on Operation Epic Fury, announces US forces have struck more than 10,000 Iranian military targets and destroyed 92 percent of Iran's largest naval vessels.

Trump:

'Iran desperately seeks a deal but is afraid to admit it'

US President states that the Iranians want to make a deal with the United States but are afraid to say so, fearing they will be killed by their own people or by American forces.

Israeli assessment:

Trump may announce ceasefire by Saturday

Israeli officials predict that US President Donald Trump may announce a ceasefire with Iran by the end of the week or the middle of next week at the latest.

White House Spokesperson

Iranian regime seeking "exit ramp' from the war

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated that the Iranian regime is looking for a way to exit the war following President Trump's ultimatum.

Negotiations deadlock

Iran rejects US '15 Point' plan

Despite President Trump's optimism, Tehran signals that it will reject the American peace plan, "demands that we cannot agree to."

Again:

GOP rejects bill requiring Congress approval for Iran strikes

US Senate votes to reject a Democratic resolution that would require President Donald Trump to obtain congressional approval for future military action against Iran, marking the third failed attempt by Democrats since the conflict began.

Report:

Iran prefers Vance over Kushner and Witkoff in US talks

Iranian representatives reportedly inform the Trump administration they do not want to negotiate with special envoy Steve Witkoff or Jared Kushner, preferring Vice President JD Vance instead.

US and Israel barred

Iran allows 'non-hostile' ships through Strait of Hormuz

Iran announces it will permit “non-hostile" ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz if coordinated with Iranian authorities, while excluding US, Israeli and other “aggressor" vessels.

Report:

US sent Iran a 15-point plan to end the war

The Trump administration has delivered a 15-point plan to Iran aimed at ending the four-week war, according to The New York Times. Pakistan's army chief serves as the main channel.

Trump:

'Iran gave us a big gift, we're dealing with the right people'

President Donald Trump says Iran gave the US a 'very big present' tied to the Strait of Hormuz, signaling progress despite deep mistrust.

Report:

Saudi Crown Prince pressing Trump to escalate war against Iran

Report says Saudi Crown Prince urged President Trump to continue military campaign against Iran, warning that ending the war prematurely could leave a lasting regional threat.

Pakistan offers Islamabad as venue for US-Iran talks

Pakistan's Foreign Office says Islamabad is "already ready" to host direct talks between the US and Iran to end the ongoing war, if both sides agree.

Report:

2,200 US Marines to arrive in Mideast on Friday

Thousands of US Marines set to arrive in Middle East Friday aboard USS Tripoli and USS New Orleans, after Trump extends ultimatum for Iran to reopen Strait of Hormuz.

Report:

Trump eyes Iran's Parliament Speaker as potential deal partner

Politico reports that the Trump admin quietly views Iran's parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf as a potential partner or leader for negotiations to end the conflict.

Amid talks of a deal

US military publishes footage from Iran

Amid declarations of progress in negotiations with Iran, the US Military published footage of strikes on regime targets, stating that it continues to 'aggressively strike Iranian military targets with precision munitions.'

Israel assesses: US has set a date to end the war

US President Donald Trump announced a five-day delay to a planned strike on Iran’s electrical infrastructure, saying: “They want to reach an agreement." Officials in Tehran deny the claim.

Trump

'If talks don't go well, we'll bomb our little hearts out'

US President says Iran needs 'better PR people' after the Iranian foreign ministry denies his statement that productive talks between the US and Iran were held recently.

Despite ultimatum: Trump suspends attack on Iran

US President Donald Trump zigzags on targeting Iranian energy, says negotiations ongoing.

CENTCOM chief:

'Iran is hitting civilians out of desperation'

CENTCOM's Adm. Brad Cooper tells Iran International that Iran targets civilians in desperation as its attacks shrink in volume, adds the US campaign is on track to eliminate threats.

State Department:

'Exercise increased caution worldwide'

US State Department issues worldwide alert, urging Americans, especially in Middle East, to exercise increased caution as Iran-backed groups may target US interests globally.

Araghchi defies Trump:

'We will not be intimidated by threats'

Iran's FM Araghchi rebuffs Trump's 48-hour threat to strike power plants, insisting Hormuz remains open but ships avoid it due to US-initiated war risks.

In response to Trump ultimatum

Iran threatens attacks on US, Israeli infrastructure

Iran threatens to strike US and Israeli infrastructure across the region if its facilities are attacked, responding to President Trump’s 48-hour ultimatum to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump to Iran:

'Open Strait of Hormuz in 48 hours or power plants will be hit'

Trump issues an ultimatum to Iran, warning it to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours or face US strikes on its power plants.

Largest Since WWII:

CENTCOM reports 8000 targets hit, 130 ships sunk

US CENTCOM chief Brad Cooper reported that Operation Epic Fury has created the fastest destruction of a navy over a 3 week period since World War II.

Even at night:

Watch: US Army planes take off from aircraft carrier

US Army publishes footage of fighter planes taking off from USS Abraham Lincoln.

Report:

US rejected Russian offer linking Iran intel, Ukraine data

Russia proposed halting intelligence sharing with Iran if the US stopped giving Ukraine intel, according to a Politico report. Washington rejected the offer.

Trump:

US ‘very close’ to meeting its objectives against Iran

President Donald Trump says the US is nearing its objectives against Iran, outlining five goals including degrading Iran’s missile capabilities, preventing nuclear development, and protecting regional allies.

UK approves US use of bases to strike Iranian sites in Hormuz

UK approves the US using British bases for strikes on Iranian sites in the Strait of Hormuz, expanding its previous limited authorization.