U.S. Launches 'Operation Epic Fury' Amid Accelerated Diplomatic Talks with Iran

The Pentagon has officially announced 'Operation Epic Fury,' a new military initiative authorized by President Trump. During a live briefing, defense officials characterized the operation as a decisive move to neutralize emerging threats to U.S. interests and global stability. While specific targets remain classified, the announcement marks a significant escalation in the U.S. military posture in the region. Parallel to military movements, a flurry of diplomatic activity is underway. Pakistan’s Army Chief Azamunir arrived in Tehran for talks with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Arachi to mediate between Washington and Tehran. President Trump has expressed high confidence in these negotiations, stating the conflict is 'very close to over,' a sentiment echoed by White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. On the regional front, President Trump announced that leaders from Israel and Lebanon will hold historic direct talks tomorrow. This follows a month of intense conflict between Israel and the Iran-backed group Hezbollah. While the diplomatic track shows movement, the humanitarian cost remains high, with over 2,000 deaths and a million people displaced in Lebanon due to ongoing military operations.