The United States rejected China and Russia’s appeals for a halt to the conflict with Iran, emphasizing that the focus is on Tehran’s nuclear goals and military capabilities. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth stated that the US is not involving Beijing or Moscow in the issue, clarifying that they are not significant in the current situation. The ongoing Operation Epic Fury, aimed at Iran’s missile systems and military infrastructure, continued for the fourth day.
The US military’s campaign, initiated due to concerns about Iran’s nuclear program, targets Tehran’s ability to threaten US forces and international shipping routes. Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force General Dan Caine reported that the operation has already hit over 2,000 targets within Iran, significantly reducing Iranian missile launches. The objective is to dismantle Iran’s capacity to extend its influence beyond its borders.
Several Middle Eastern nations, including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar, are assisting in defending against Iranian missile and drone attacks. Despite initial successes, US officials cautioned that the conflict is still in its early phases. Tensions between the US and Iran have heightened recently, with accusations of Iran seeking nuclear weapons and backing attacks on American forces and allies in the region.
