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U.S. Military Operations in Iran: 13 Killed, Ceasefire Achieved

4/11/2026

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Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, reported on U.S. military operations in Iran during a press briefing on April 8, 2026.
The military targeted over 13,000 sites, including air defenses and missile facilities, while consuming more than 6 million meals and 950,000 gallons of coffee.
A ceasefire was agreed upon after a month of conflict, resulting in 13 American service members killed and 365 wounded.
The U.S. will maintain its military presence to ensure compliance with the ceasefire, as the conflict's cost reached an estimated $16.5 billion by day 12.

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Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, reported on U.S. military operations in Iran during a press briefing on April 8, 2026.
The military targeted over 13,000 sites, including air defenses and missile facilities, while consuming more than 6 million meals and 950,000 gallons of coffee.
A ceasefire was agreed upon after a month of conflict, resulting in 13 American service members killed and 365 wounded.
The U.S. will maintain its military presence to ensure compliance with the ceasefire, as the conflict's cost reached an estimated $16.5 billion by day 12.