U.S. Forces Target 1,000 Iranian Sites with Tomahawks, B-2 Bombers in 24 Hours
U.S. forces conducted a significant military operation targeting Iranian sites on Saturday, which was coordinated with Israeli forces. The operation, named “Operation Epic Fury,” began at 1:15 a.m. and aimed to incapacitate over 1,000 locations in Iran within just 24 hours, according to statements from U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM).
Key Elements of Operation Epic Fury
The operation employed a massive arsenal of military assets, which included:
- B-2 stealth bombers
- F-22 and F-16 fighter jets
- A-10 attack aircraft
- EA-18G electronic warfare planes
- RC-135 reconnaissance aircraft
- MQ-9 Reaper drones
- HIMARS rocket systems
- Nuclear-powered aircraft carriers
- Guided-missile destroyers
- C-17 and C-130 transport aircraft
- Tomahawk Land Attack Missiles
Additionally, missile defense systems, including Patriot interceptors and THAAD, were deployed to protect U.S. assets during the operation.
Impact on Iranian Leadership
The strikes successfully targeted high-ranking officials in the Iranian regime, including Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. CENTCOM confirmed that numerous senior officials were neutralized during these coordinated strikes.
Innovative Drone Technology
In a historical first, CENTCOM utilized one-way attack drones, known as the Low-Cost Unmanned Combat Attack System (LUCAS), during Operation Epic Fury. Modeled after Iran’s Shahed drones, each LUCAS drone costs approximately $35,000 and can be launched from multiple platforms.
CENTCOM’s Statement on Drone Use
CENTCOM’s Task Force Scorpion Strike described using these drones as a significant advancement in operational strategy. The goal was to deliver a strong message of retribution to Iran.
Targets and Retaliation
The military strikes specifically targeted:
- Command and control centers
- Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Joint Headquarters
- Aerospace Forces Headquarters
- Integrated air defense systems
- Ballistic missile sites
- Iranian Navy vessels
- Military communications infrastructure
In response to the attacks, Iran launched missiles targeting major U.S. military bases in Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and the United Arab Emirates. Reports indicate that three U.S. service members lost their lives, while five others sustained serious injuries during the operation.
Future Outlook
Operation Epic Fury is planned to continue for several days as U.S. and allied forces maintain pressure on Iranian military capabilities. CENTCOM has not provided immediate comments following these developments.
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