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Trump Launches 'Operation Epic Fury' Against Iran

3/3/2026

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Trump Launches Strikes

U.S. President Donald Trump announced joint military strikes with Israeli forces against Iran, naming the operation "Operation Epic Fury."
The operation follows stalled nuclear negotiations mediated by Oman.
Trump urged the Iranian people to rise against their government, while Sen. Lindsey Graham praised the potential for historic change.
The administration insists the mission is decisive and distinct from past conflicts.

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Trump Oversees Airstrikes

U.S. President Donald Trump oversaw U.S. airstrikes against Iran from a makeshift Situation Room at Mar-a-Lago during a nearby charity gala.
He was joined by Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth.
Concerns about Mar-a-Lago security rose after a recent incident.
Democrats criticized Trump for not addressing the public live after the strikes.
Vice President JD Vance chaired a Cabinet meeting in the White House.

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Trump Launches Strikes

U.S. President Donald Trump announced joint military strikes with Israeli forces against Iran, naming the operation "Operation Epic Fury."
The operation follows stalled nuclear negotiations mediated by Oman.
Trump urged the Iranian people to rise against their government, while Sen. Lindsey Graham praised the potential for historic change.
The administration insists the mission is decisive and distinct from past conflicts.

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