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Trump's 'Operation Epic Fury' Sparks Iranian Retaliation, Oil Prices Surge

3/13/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump declares 'Operation Epic Fury' and says the campaign is ahead of schedule.
Israeli officials push for an open-ended campaign until all objectives are met.
Iran retaliates and disrupts oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, raising global prices.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian outlines peace conditions, including reparations and guarantees against future attacks, while domestic pressures mount on Trump.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump declares 'Operation Epic Fury' and says the campaign is ahead of schedule.
Israeli officials push for an open-ended campaign until all objectives are met.
Iran retaliates and disrupts oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, raising global prices.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian outlines peace conditions, including reparations and guarantees against future attacks, while domestic pressures mount on Trump.