Operation Epic Fury / Roaring Lion: US–Israel strike campaign inside Iran
Key Questions
What is Operation Epic Fury / Roaring Lion?
Operation Epic Fury / Roaring Lion refers to the US-Israel strike campaign inside Iran, involving sustained attacks up to day 39, which have now paused under a 2-week ceasefire. Strikes targeted infrastructure like South Pars (85% crippled), airports, and leadership decapitations including Khademi.
What recent blasts occurred in Tehran?
Recent residential blasts hit Tehran, along with strikes pummeling the city and damage at Sharif University, leaving rubble where classes continue online. AP News reports live updates on these strikes amid Trump's final deadline.
What is the status of Sharif University after the strikes?
Sharif University suffered rubble from strikes, with 5 professors and 60 students dead, but classes persist online in defiance. This is part of broader attacks on educational sites.
How has South Pars been affected?
South Pars gas field is 85% crippled from prior strikes, as noted in summaries and satellite images revealing damage at Iranian ports after US-Israel actions. Israel confirmed hitting the massive petrochemical plant.
What decapitation strikes occurred?
Strikes decapitated Iranian leadership including Khademi and others, contributing to IRGC erosion as noted by Hegseth and Caine. Related reports mention US-Israeli strikes killing nine people per human rights groups.
What is the current status of the strikes?
Sustained strikes paused under a 2-week ceasefire, with status cooling. Recent actions included Kharg Island targeting and Tehran escalations.
What infrastructure besides universities was hit?
Airports, petrochemical complexes like South Pars, and residential areas in Tehran were struck, with satellite images showing port damage and reports of bridge collapses like Iran's highest bridge linking Tehran to Karaj.
How has the IRGC been impacted?
Hegseth and Caine note significant IRGC erosion from the campaign. Ongoing strikes targeted military and leadership assets, with live blogs reporting missile strikes and pilot rescues.
Day 39 sustained strikes paused under 2-week ceasefire; recent Tehran residential blasts, Sharif Uni rubble (classes continue online, 5 profs/60 students dead); prior South Pars 85% crippled, airports, decaps Khademi et al.; Hegseth/Caine note IRGC erosion.