@U.S. Central Command: Operation Epic Fury: April 1st Update
On April 1, 2026, the U.S. Central Command provided an update on Operation Epic Fury, detailing ongoing military operations against the Islamic Republic regime in Iran.
Reports related to demonstrations and public protests
On April 1, 2026, the U.S. Central Command provided an update on Operation Epic Fury, detailing ongoing military operations against the Islamic Republic regime in Iran.
U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker and KC-46 Pegasus aircraft refueled fighter jets and bombers mid-flight on December 12, 2025, as part of Operation Epic Fury.
On March 31, an E-3 Sentry was refueled by a KC-135 Stratotanker during Operation Epic Fury. The E-3 Sentry aircraft is equipped with a rotating radar 30 feet in diameter for airborne surveillance.
At 2 AM during Passover, an Israeli citizen expressed support for the Iranian revolution and the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) while en route to a shelter, criticizing the Islamic regime. The message included wishes for the freedom of Iran.
President Trump concluded his speech by stating that the U.S. will continue its efforts to defeat the Islamic regime in Iran, with an escalation expected in the next 2-3 weeks. He did not announce plans to leave NATO, declare victory in Iran, or exit the war.
Former US President Donald Trump stated that the United States must complete its objectives in Iran, referring to ongoing tensions and military operations against the Islamic Republic regime.
Former US President Donald Trump stated that "after the war, the Strait of Hormuz will open up naturally," referring to the strategic waterway in the Persian Gulf.
Former US President Donald Trump has threatened to target Iranian energy facilities if a deal is not reached with Iran.
Former US President Donald Trump tweeted that the US will take action to severely regress Iran's development, stating, "US will send Iran back to the Stone Age."
At 2253 UTC, four explosions occurred on Qeshm Island in Hormozgan Province, Iran.
On April 1, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump announced in a nationwide speech that the Islamic Republic of Iran has killed 45,000 protesters during suppression of domestic protests, and warned of further military attacks if no agreement is reached.
Kamal Kharazi, a former Iranian diplomat, stated: "Due to the threats we face, our doctrine regarding nuclear bomb production may change," suggesting a potential shift in Iran's nuclear policy.