U.S. Intensifies Air Campaign Against Iran as Tehran Reveals Underground 'Missile City'

The U.S. military has escalated its air campaign against Iran, with bomber forces hitting nearly 200 targets over a 72-hour period. Dubbed 'Operation Epic Fury,' the mission is specifically designed to degrade Tehran’s ballistic missile and drone infrastructure, including launchers and command centers. Amidst these strikes, reporting from Politico suggests internal policy deliberations within the Trump administration, with Vice President JD Vance reportedly expressing skepticism regarding the initial wave of strikes. In response to the U.S. offensive, Iran has publicized the existence of a massive underground 'missile city.' The fortified complex reportedly houses a vast arsenal of naval suicide drones, anti-ship missiles, and unmanned surface vehicles (USVs). Iranian officials stated the facility is intended to project power across the Persian Gulf while remaining protected from aerial surveillance and strikes. Simultaneously, Iran appears to be employing a selective maritime strategy in the Strait of Hormuz. While maintaining pressure on U.S.-aligned nations, Tehran recently permitted Indian-flagged liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) carriers to transit the area safely. This move, framed as a gesture toward 'friendly' nations, has provided critical relief to India as it manages domestic energy shortages exacerbated by the regional volatility.