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US Forces Destroy Iranian Military Capabilities in Operation Epic Fury
War Secretary Pete Hegseth and General Dan Caine provide updates on Day 6 of the conflict
Published on Mar. 5, 2026
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War Secretary Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force General Dan Caine will hold a press conference this afternoon to provide updates on Operation Epic Fury, the ongoing conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran. Hegseth and Caine will deliver the press conference from the US Central Command Headquarters in Tampa, Florida. This comes as the US and Israel enter the sixth day of war with Iran, with the US claiming to have dismantled Iran's defense capabilities, including its navy and air force.
Why it matters
The ongoing conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran has significant geopolitical implications, with the US seeking to cripple Iran's military capabilities. This press conference will provide crucial updates on the progress and status of Operation Epic Fury, which could shape the course of the conflict and have far-reaching consequences for the region.
The details
According to the report, the US has claimed to have 'hunted down and killed' the leader of an Iranian unit behind an assassination plot against President Trump. Hegseth also stated that the US has 'dismantled Iran's defense capabilities, including its navy and air force,' with the Iranian Air Force being 'no more' and the Iranian Navy 'resting at the bottom of the Persian Gulf.' Iran has launched a series of retaliatory strikes against Israel and the US, including drone bombings of the US consulate in Dubai and the US Embassy in Saudi Arabia.
- The press conference is scheduled for 4:30 PM ET on March 5, 2026.
- The US and Israel have been engaged in the conflict with Iran for 6 days as of the press conference.
The players
Pete Hegseth
War Secretary of the United States.
General Dan Caine
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff of the United States Air Force.
President Trump
The former President of the United States, who was the target of an alleged assassination plot by Iran.
What they’re saying
“Iran tried to kill President Trump, and President Trump got the last laugh.”
— Pete Hegseth, War Secretary (The Gateway Pundit)
“The Iranian Air Force is no more. Built for 1996, destroyed in 2026. The Iranian Navy rests at the bottom of the Persian Gulf.”
— Pete Hegseth, War Secretary (The Gateway Pundit)
What’s next
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The takeaway
This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.
