The White House announced that US military operations targeting Iran are progressing faster than expected, nearing key objectives. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated that the campaign, named “Operation Epic Fury,” has been a significant success after almost four weeks of combat. Leavitt highlighted that over 9,000 enemy targets have been hit during the operation.
According to Leavitt, Iran’s missile and drone attacks have decreased by about 90% since the operation began. She mentioned that more than 140 Iranian naval vessels have been destroyed, marking a notable achievement. The US military’s actions have been effective in diminishing Iran’s capacity to threaten merchant ships.
The White House emphasized that the campaign has notably reduced Iran’s ability to disrupt shipping in the critical global energy passage, the Strait of Hormuz. Recent actions included US forces targeting an underground facility near the strait with “several 5,000-pound bombs.” Leavitt expressed confidence that the military is on track to meet the operation’s core goals sooner than anticipated.
Despite the military operations, the US remains open to diplomatic discussions with Iran. Leavitt revealed that Iran has shown interest in engaging in talks following US pressure. While recent discussions have been productive, President Donald Trump has temporarily delayed planned strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure. However, Leavitt cautioned that if negotiations fail, military actions could escalate.
