US-Israel military operation against Iran concludes after 38 days of combat
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the end of major combat operations in Operation Epic Fury against Iran on April 8, 2026, declaring a "historic and overwhelming victory" after 38 days. Hegseth stated Iran's navy has been destroyed and its air force eliminated, marking a significant military outcome in the ongoing US-Israel regional conflict. This development reshapes Middle Eastern geopolitics and raises questions about Iran's regional influence, nuclear capabilities, and potential international responses. The announcement follows weeks of intensive military operations and signals a potential shift in regional power dynamics.
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- April 8, 2026 at 6:44 AM PDT
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