Iran War / Operation Epic Fury

Ongoing US-led strikes and missile exchanges against Iranian-backed targets in Gulf; CENTCOM reports 11k targets hit, IRGC morale collapse, Kharg Island strikes. Patriot stockpile down to ~800, Golden Dome cost dispute. US casualties: 774 (18 dead, 756 wounded). Low-cost interceptors in development. Dark Eagle hypersonic requested for first ME deployment. General Atomics proposes 'Wildfire' drone as low-cost MQ-9 replacement after heavy Reaper losses.