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U.S. Forces Consume 6 Million Meals Amid Operation Fury

4/9/2026

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Gen. Dan Caine reported during a Pentagon briefing that U.S. forces consumed over six million meals, about 950,000 gallons of coffee, and two million energy drinks in six weeks of Operation Fury.
He described the environment as chaotic and unpredictable.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the Pentagon has fulfilled its role 'for now' and will remain in the region.
Ceasefire details remain unclear, with conflicting United States–Iran narratives.

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Gen. Dan Caine reported during a Pentagon briefing that U.S. forces consumed over six million meals, about 950,000 gallons of coffee, and two million energy drinks in six weeks of Operation Fury.
He described the environment as chaotic and unpredictable.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the Pentagon has fulfilled its role 'for now' and will remain in the region.
Ceasefire details remain unclear, with conflicting United States–Iran narratives.