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Operation Epic Fury: 2,000 Strikes Target Iran's Military

3/6/2026

Summary

Story summary

Operation Epic Fury against Iran has intensified, with over 2,000 airstrikes on Iranian military assets.
War Secretary Pete Hegseth says the operation aims to dismantle Iran's war capabilities.
The operation uses double the firepower of the 2003 Iraq invasion.
Six U.S. soldiers from the 103rd Sustainment Command were killed in Kuwait.
Spain's government has opposed U.S. actions and refused to allow use of its bases.

History

Historical Context

The U.S. launched Operation Iraqi Freedom on March 19, 2003, initiating a military campaign that included over 1,500 airstrikes and resulted in the deaths of over 4,400 American soldiers. This operation aimed to dismantle Saddam Hussein's regime, echoing earlier military strategies. The current Operation Epic Fury against Iran, with over 2,000 airstrikes, highlights ongoing geopolitical tensions and the complexities of international military alliances.

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Story summary

Operation Epic Fury against Iran has intensified, with over 2,000 airstrikes on Iranian military assets.
War Secretary Pete Hegseth says the operation aims to dismantle Iran's war capabilities.
The operation uses double the firepower of the 2003 Iraq invasion.
Six U.S. soldiers from the 103rd Sustainment Command were killed in Kuwait.
Spain's government has opposed U.S. actions and refused to allow use of its bases.

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