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May 5, 2026
U.S. Concludes Operation Epic Fury in Iran, Shifts Focus to Diplomacy
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the conclusion of Operation Epic Fury in Iran, marking a transition to Project Freedom.
- Rubio emphasized military successes but did not commit to addressing Iran's nuclear material as a condition for peace.
- The U.S. administration is now focusing on diplomatic efforts, although talks with Iran appear stalled.
3 Sources
- Rubio: Operation Epic Fury 'over;' Project Freedom won't solve 'whole Straits problem'May 5, 2026 at 9:39 PM · The Hill
- Rubio says Operation Epic Fury is overMay 5, 2026 at 11:07 PM · The Hill
- Rubio says operation in Iran is 'over,' nuclear material 'has to be addressed'May 5, 2026 at 11:11 PM · ABC News