President Donald Trump has issued an ultimatum to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard and its military police, demanding they lay down their arms or face “certain death.”
Military Offensive Underway
Thirty-six hours into the military offensive, dubbed “Operation Epic Fury” by President Trump, he reported that attacks in Tehran have targeted hundreds of regime objectives. Among those killed was Ayatollah Ali Jamenei, the country’s supreme leader.
During a public address, President Trump offered immunity to members of the Guard and military police who surrender their weapons, while warning of “certain death” for those who do not comply. He stated that he has received information indicating many Iranian guards and military police are seeking to surrender in exchange for immunity. “All military command has gone and many of them wish to surrender to save their lives, they want immunity,” he said.
Call for Regime Change
President Trump likewise reiterated his call for the Iranian population to take control of their country with the support of the United States.
U.S. Casualties Reported
President Trump acknowledged that three U.S. Service members have died during the clashes and vowed to avenge their deaths. He stated, “Sadly, there will be more before it’s over (the war). But the United States will avenge their deaths and deliver the most devastating blow to the terrorists who are waging a war, basically, against civilization.” Prior to this announcement, the Central Army Command reported three U.S. Fatalities and five serious injuries.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is “Operation Epic Fury”?
“Operation Epic Fury” is the name President Trump has given to the current military offensive targeting Iran.
Who was Ayatollah Ali Jamenei?
Ayatollah Ali Jamenei was the supreme leader of Iran and was reportedly killed during the first day of the offensive.
What is President Trump’s offer to the Iranian military?
President Trump has offered immunity to members of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard and military police who surrender their weapons.
As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen whether the Iranian military will accept President Trump’s ultimatum or if the conflict will escalate further. A possible next step could be increased retaliatory attacks from Iran, or a continued push by U.S. Forces to dismantle the Iranian regime.
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