U.S. and Israeli Forces Strike Iranian Military Targets in Opening Phase of Operation Epic Fury

(Oldglorychronicle.com) – President Trump’s Operation Epic Fury unleashes unprecedented American military might against Iran’s terror infrastructure, delivering a decisive blow to the regime that threatens our allies and global security.

Story Highlights

U.S. and Israeli forces strike nearly 2,000 Iranian military targets in the operation’s opening phase, crippling IRGC command centers and missile sites.
Launched February 28 at President Trump’s direct order, marking the largest U.S. regional firepower concentration in a generation.
Over 1,250 targets confirmed destroyed by March 2, with superior U.S. defenses neutralizing hundreds of Iranian counterattacks.
Six brave American service members killed in action; operations continue to dismantle imminent threats.

Operation Launch and Presidential Directive

Operation Epic Fury began at 1:15 a.m. ET on February 28, 2026, under President Donald Trump’s explicit orders. U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) directed coordinated strikes to dismantle the Iranian regime’s security apparatus. The campaign prioritizes sites posing imminent threats, including Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) facilities. This bold action restores American deterrence after years of weakness under prior administrations that allowed Iran’s aggression to fester.

Massive Scale of U.S.-Israeli Strikes

U.S. and Israeli forces targeted approximately 2,000 sites across Iran in the first 24 hours. CENTCOM confirmed over 1,250 targets hit by March 2, including air defense systems, missile launchers, naval vessels, and airfields. Advanced platforms like B-2 stealth bombers, F-35 jets, MQ-9 Reapers, and aircraft carriers such as USS Abraham Lincoln executed precision strikes. Over 50,000 American troops support this overwhelming force projection.

Key Military Assets and Technological Edge

The operation deploys cutting-edge U.S. capabilities, including F-22 fighters, A-10 attack jets, EA-18G electronic warfare aircraft, Patriot, and THAAD defenses. First combat use of low-cost one-way attack drones from Task Force Scorpion Strike highlights innovation. Iran launched hundreds of missiles and drones in retaliation, but U.S. systems intercepted them with minimal damage to bases and no additional casualties reported from those attacks.

Casualties, Incidents, and Ongoing Operations

Six U.S. service members died in action by March 2 at 4 p.m. ET; remains of two others were recovered from a struck site. A friendly fire incident on March 2 involved three F-15s in Kuwait, but all pilots survived safely. Admiral Brad Cooper, CENTCOM Commander, praised troops: “The President ordered bold action, and our brave Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, Guardians, and Coast Guardsmen are answering the call.” Major combat persists, signaling sustained pressure on Iran.

Strategic Victories and Regional Impact

This campaign degrades Iran’s military edge, protecting Israel and U.S. interests from Tehran-backed terror. Saudi Arabia downed nine Iranian drones, while Qatar disrupted IRGC cells. The operation sets a precedent for swift, decisive responses to threats, rejecting endless negotiations that empowered Iran’s nuclear ambitions and proxy wars. Americans stand stronger with Trump restoring peace through strength, unlike globalist retreats that invited chaos.