President Donald Trump has lauded the achievements of Operation Epic Fury, stating that the joint U.S.-Israeli campaign has effectively blinded the Iranian military. Trump noted on Tuesday that the regime’s air force and communication systems have been “totally taken out.” He described the current state of the war as “very complete,” suggesting that the conventional threat from Tehran has been neutralized.
The President’s assessment comes despite a show of defiance in Tehran, where crowds gathered to support the newly appointed Mojtaba Khamenei. Trump dismissed the younger Khamenei as a “lightweight” and a mistake for the country. He argued that the Iranian people are currently being held back by a regime that has no means to protect them.
Economically, the “little excursion” into Iran has caused a temporary surge in inflation, particularly at American gas pumps. Trump predicted that these costs would be offset by a future economic surge once the “evil” threat is removed. He noted that U.S. fracking companies are well-positioned to benefit from the shifting global energy landscape.
In the Gulf region, tensions remain high as Iranian drones continue to target desalination plants and oil infrastructure. Trump issued a final warning that “anything cute” from Tehran would be met with the total destruction of the nation. He emphasized that the U.S. has “already won in many ways” but will push forward for a final, unconditional victory.
The humanitarian toll of the conflict has reached significant levels, with over 1,200 casualties reported in Iran and mass displacement in Lebanon. Trump’s narrative focuses on the necessity of the war to prevent a much larger, nuclear-fueled disaster. The administration is now moving toward achieving its ultimate goals in the region.
Trump Declares “Operation Epic Fury” a Success as Air Defenses Fall
