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Rubio announces conclusion of Operation Epic Fury in Iran
The Secretary of State stated that U.S. military operations in Iran have transitioned to a new phase. He emphasized the need to address nuclear material concerns. (sources: abcnews, dw, cbsnews, thehill, theguardian)
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that Operation Epic Fury in Iran has concluded, with U.S. forces shifting to a defensive role. He introduced a new phase called Project Freedom.
- Operation Epic Fury in Iran has officially ended, according to Secretary of State Rubio.
- U.S. forces will now operate defensively to enforce a naval blockade of Iran.
- Rubio described the new phase of operations as Project Freedom.
Why it matters
The shift in U.S. military strategy may impact regional stability and ongoing negotiations regarding Iran's nuclear program.
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abcnewsRubio says operation in Iran is 'over,' nuclear material 'has to be addressed'dwIran war: Operation Epic Fury is 'over,' Rubio sayscbsnewsRubio says Iran war has shifted to new phase: "Project Freedom"thehillRubio: Operation Epic Fury ‘over;’ Project Freedom won’t solve ‘whole Straits problem’