US Destroys Iranian ‘Drone Carrier,’ Reports CENTCOM Commander
U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) has reported significant actions against Iran’s military capabilities, particularly in its naval and drone sectors. At a briefing on Thursday, Adm. Brad Cooper detailed the ongoing Operation Epic Fury, which initiated early on a Saturday morning.
US Destroys Iranian Drone Carrier and Naval Forces
According to Adm. Cooper, the Iranian navy has seen substantial losses. “We’re now up over 30 ships,” he noted, referring to Iranian naval vessels that have been sunk or destroyed. A recent operation targeted a drone carrier approximately the size of a World War II aircraft carrier, which is reportedly currently ablaze.
Impact on Iranian Military Operations
The U.S. has intensified its combat operations, leading to a drastic reduction in Iran’s military capabilities. Cooper highlighted that in just the past 72 hours, American forces have struck around 200 targets in Iran, particularly near the capital, Tehran. Among these attacks, B-2 bombers unleashed multiple 2,000-pound bombs on underground ballistic missile launchers.
- Ballistic missile attacks from Iran have decreased by 90% since the operation commenced.
- Drone attacks have dropped by 83% during the same timeframe.
Cooper emphasized that the U.S. actions not only target existing military assets but also aim to dismantle Iran’s future military production capabilities. “We’re destroying their ability to rebuild,” he stated.
Future Military Readiness
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth joined Cooper in discussing the evolving military strategy. He projected an increase in U.S. combat power over Iran. “More to come means additional fighter squadrons and bombers,” Hegseth stated, highlighting the planned surge in military operations.
In summary, CENTCOM’s ongoing efforts under the leadership of Adm. Cooper are markedly weakening Iran’s military infrastructure. The U.S. strategy focuses not just on immediate threats but on ensuring long-term disruption of Iran’s military capabilities.
