United States reported this Tuesday that it attacked more than 1,700 targets in the first 72 hours of the conflict in Iran and added that it is employing its powerful B-52 bombers against the Islamic Republic.
According to the latest report from U.S. Central Command (Centcom), responsible for the Middle East region, Washington has hit more than 1,700 targets in Iran since the start of “Operation Epic Fury” on Saturday – a joint operation with Israel that, in its initial hours, resulted in the death of Iran’s supreme leader, Ali Jamenei.
This figure represents an increase from the more than 1,250 points it said it had struck in the first 48 hours.
The U.S. Armed Forces also announced the use of B-52s to attack Iranian targets.
Among the locations hit since the start of the bombings are command and control centers, the joint headquarters of the IRGC (Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps), the headquarters of the IRGC’s Aerospace Forces, integrated air defense systems, ballistic missile silos, Iranian Navy ships, Iranian Navy submarines, anti-ship missile silos and military communication capabilities, according to Centcom.
In addition to the B-52, the U.S. Army has also employed B-2 bombers, LUCAS Kamikaze drones, and F-35 fighters, among other assets.
Reactions and Consequences of the Conflict in the Region
To defend against retaliatory attacks from Iran, which has promised a harsh response following Jamenei’s death, the U.S. Is using Patriot and THAAD systems.
Iranian bombings against Israel, and U.S. Bases in the Middle East have continued on Tuesday, after two drones hit the U.S. Embassy in Saudi Arabia the previous day, causing a “small fire and minor material damage to the building,” with no reports of casualties.
The U.S. Announced today the temporary closure of that embassy and the one in Kuwait, and urged its citizens to leave fourteen countries in the region “due to serious security risks.”
Six U.S. Service members have died so far as a result of the Iranian response.
In Iran, the Iranian Red Crescent reports 787 deaths since the start of attacks by Israel and the United States.
Meanwhile, in Lebanon, Israeli bombings have left 40 dead and 246 injured, according to the Ministry of Health.
Trump has promised that the offensive against Iran will continue for several weeks until it destroys its entire missile program, its Navy, and its nuclear capabilities, and has warned that they have not yet launched the “great wave” of attacks, which he says could come “very soon.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What has the United States targeted in Iran?
The U.S. Has targeted command and control centers, IRGC headquarters, integrated air defense systems, missile silos, naval assets, and military communication capabilities, according to Centcom.
How many targets has the U.S. Hit in Iran?
The U.S. Has attacked more than 1,700 targets in Iran in the first 72 hours of the conflict.
What is the response from Iran?
Iran has launched bombings against Israel and U.S. Bases in the Middle East, and has promised a harsh response following the death of Ali Jamenei.
As the conflict unfolds, what impact will these escalating tensions have on regional stability and international relations?
