BAKU, Azerbaijan, April 8. The U.S. have
achieved and exceeded its core military objectives in Iran in 38
days, Karoline Leavitt, White House Press Secretary wrote on her X
account, Trend
reports.
"‘From the very beginning of Operation Epic Fury, President
Trump estimated this would be a 4-6 week operation. Thanks to the
unbelievable capabilities of our warriors, we have achieved and
exceeded our core military objectives in 38 days," Leavitt
wrote.
Leavitt added that the success of U.S. military created maximum
leverage, allowing President Trump and the team to engage in tough
negotiations that have now created an opening for a diplomatic
solution and long-term peace.
On February 28, the United States and Israel launched military
operations against Iran, striking major cities, including Tehran.
The White House cited missile and nuclear threats originating from
the Islamic Republic as justification for the attacks. The strikes
reportedly killed Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei,
along with several other senior officials. In response, Iran’s
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps announced a large-scale
retaliatory operation against Israel and has targeted U.S.
facilities across Bahrain, Jordan, Iraq, Qatar, Kuwait, the UAE,
Oman, Saudi Arabia, and Syria using ballistic missiles, cruise
missiles, and drones.
The conflict has placed the region’s energy infrastructure and
maritime shipping under serious threat. Due to security tensions in
the Strait of Hormuz, global oil prices have risen
significantly.
On April 7, the U.S. and Iran agreed to a temporary ceasefire of
about two weeks to prevent military escalation and allow for
negotiations. The agreement was reportedly brokered by Pakistan.
One of the key points is Iran's commitment to reopen the Strait of
Hormuz to global shipping, while the sides halt attacks and prepare
for talks.
