President Donald J. Trump outlined specific goals for Operation Epic Fury. In just 38 days, these objectives were achieved with unparalleled strength and precision by the world’s leading military force. Iran has consented to a ceasefire and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz while the Trump Administration works on a broader peace agreement, once again demonstrating the efficacy of Peace Through Strength.
- Secretary of War Pete Hegseth: “From the strike that eliminated Qasem Soleimani to dismantling the Obama Iran deal, and the precise campaign that destroyed Iran’s nuclear sites during Operation Midnight Hammer, to the decisive success in Operation Epic Fury, no other President has shown the courage and resolve of this Commander-in-Chief. President Trump made this moment happen. Iran sought this ceasefire — and we all know it.”
- Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine: “On February 28, the President of the United States directed the Joint Force to carry out Operation Epic Fury with three clear military objectives: dismantle Iran’s ballistic missile and drone capabilities, eliminate the Iranian navy, and destroy their defense industrial base to prevent Iran from regaining the ability to project power beyond its borders. Over 38 days of intense combat operations, the joint force achieved the military objectives set by the President.”
- White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt: “This is a triumph for the United States, brought about by the President and our exceptional military. From the outset of Operation Epic Fury, President Trump declared this would be a four-to-six-week military mission to dismantle the threat posed by the radical Islamic Iranian regime. Thanks to the extraordinary capabilities of America’s warfighters, the United States not only met but surpassed those core military objectives in just 38 days.”
A Showcase of American Military Superiority:
- Iran’s ballistic missile stockpile and production capacity have been demolished. Over 85% of the regime’s defense industrial base, including most of its ballistic missiles, launcher vehicles, and long-range attack drones, has been destroyed, nullifying its capacity to project power and use these tools as a shield in their nuclear ambitions.
- The Iranian air force has been rendered ineffective. Prior to Operation Epic Fury, the Iranian air force conducted between 30 to 100 flights daily; now, that number is zero.
- Iran’s naval forces have been decimated. 150 warships across 16 classes have been destroyed, every submarine sunk, and 97% of its extensive inventory of naval mines has been eliminated.
- Iran’s capability to arm terrorist proxies has been crippled. The regime’s offensive weapons are largely destroyed, and it can no longer produce new terror weapons such as ballistic missiles and long-range drones.
- Iran’s once-renowned space program has been severely impacted. 70% of its launch facilities and ground control stations have been destroyed or damaged, hindering the regime’s ability to use space for military purposes.
- The remnants of the Iranian regime are desperate and disheartened. Iran’s command and control systems have been shattered by over 2,000 strikes, resulting in leadership losses, paralysis, and military desertions.
Operation Epic Fury by the Numbers:
- Over 10,200 total air sorties conducted
- Over 13,000 targets hit, including:
- More than 2,000 command and control targets
- More than 1,450 defense and industrial base targets
- More than 1,500 air defense targets
- More than 700 mine systems
- Approximately 800 attack drone targets
- More than 600 naval targets
- More than 450 ballistic missile targets
- Over 1,000 incoming attack drone threats intercepted
- Over 700 ballistic missile threats intercepted
The formidable strength of the American military has provided President Trump with significant leverage. As the Trump Administration moves into the next phase of negotiations, it is apparent that America stands stronger, our adversaries are weaker, and the world is safer.
