DoD Removes Latest KIA from Official List of Casualties
The Pentagon has removed the names of four service members who died in Jordan and Iraq in the past week from the official list of casualties from Operation Epic Fury.
Middle East
CENTCOM Launches Retaliatory Attack on Iran (7 July 2026)
The United States launched strikes against more than 80 Iranian military targets after attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Washington also revoked temporary sanctions relief, signaling a return to economic pressure as tensions with Tehran escalate once again.
Iran Continues Hormuz Attacks Despite Ceasefire
This past week, Iran attacked U.S. naval vessels, commercial shipping, and facilities in the United Arab Emirates. The “Freedom Project” has been suspended. A 30-day ceasefire is under consideration. Iran continues to resist giving up its control of the Strait of Hormuz, enriched urainian, or its nuclear program.
Epic Fury Update – May 1, 2026
This update on Operation Epic Fury provides an update on the ceasefire, negotiations, the naval blockades, economic impact, and CENTCOM briefing to the president. The war cost thus far: $25 billion, crude oil up to $124/barrel, carrier leaves Middle East, and an effort to form a coalition named “Maritime Freedom Construct”.
Pentagon Press Conference on Epic Fury – April 24, 2026
Video and Transcript: Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff U.S. Air Force Gen. Dan Caine conduct a press briefing about Operation Epic Fury at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., April 24, 2026.
Operation Epic Fury Update – April 24, 2026
An update on Operation Epic Fury – the U.S. – Iran conflict. While a ceasefire is still in effect there is a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz by both Iran and the U.S. Negotiations are at a impasse and there are significant economic impacts around the globe.
Epic Fury Update – 19 April 2026
Operation Epic Fury update covering U.S. naval blockade measures, Strait of Hormuz disruptions, mine countermeasure deployments, and global economic impacts. Analysis of maritime security conditions, Iran’s remaining missile capability, and strategic implications of ongoing ceasefire negotiations in April 2026.
Operation Epic Fury Update – 12 April 2026
Analysis of Operation Epic Fury developments on April 12, 2026, including ceasefire talks, U.S. and Iranian military activity, strike operations, maritime security conditions in the Strait of Hormuz, diplomatic signaling, and escalation indicators. Assessment of regional force posture, strategic risk trends, and implications for stability, energy markets, and ongoing conflict dynamics.
Ceasefire Agreement Announced for Iran War
On April 7, 2026, the United States and Iran agreed to a two-week long ceasefire that will provide the time to come to an agreement to end the Iran War. The agreement is contingent on Iran fully reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
Operation Epic Fury Update – April 7, 2026
An operational update on Epic Fury – Monday’s press conference, negotiations, air strikes, downed U.S. aircraft, Strait of Hormuz, intelligence, and more about the Iran War.
2nd F-15E Aviator Recovered in High-Risk CSAR Mission Inside Iran
On April 4, 2026, a Weapons Systems Officer (WSO) of a F-15E Strike Eagle that was shot down over Iran on April 3, 2026, was rescued by American forces.
Epic Fury Update – April 3, 2026
An update brief on Operation Epic Fury – the War in Iran. Events, tactics, strategy, drones, air strikes, Future operations in the Strait of Hormuz and on Kharq Island.
Trump Speech: Objectives in Iran Near Completion
During an address from the White House on April 1, 2026, President said that the military objectives for Operation Epic Fury – the Iran War were nearly complete.
Iran War Weekly Update – 28 Mar 2026
Strategic Friction Emerges as Military Momentum Continues Covering Developments from 20-27 March 2026 Executive Summary During the past week of Operation Epic Fury, U.S. and Israeli military operations continued to degrade Iranian military capability while strategic challenges became more pronounced. […]
Epic Fury Update – Mar 15, 2026
Update Summary of Operation Epic Fury. As the Iran War enters the third week the U.S. and Israel air attacks continue, Iranian leadership and top military leaders eliminated, thousands of targets destroyed or damaged in Iran, missile and drone attacks […]