IRGC targets four US bases across Middle East as US‑Israel launch “Operation Epic Fury” against Iran

Key Highlights

• The attacks were reportedly in direct response to US and Israeli military operations against Iranian cities and installations.
• Videos circulating on social media showed smoke rising from the Fifth Fleet base in Bahrain, which a US official described as “active.” Multiple explosions were also reported in Dubai and other Gulf cities hosting US bases.
• Details on casualties or damage have not been confirmed.
• President Donald Trump announced that the United States had begun “major combat operations” against Iran, pledging to significantly degrade the country’s military capabilities and dismantle its nuclear program.
• In an eight-minute video posted on Truth Social, Trump accused Iran of rejecting all opportunities to renounce its nuclear ambitions, saying the US “can’t take it anymore.” Israel launched pre-emptive strikes on Iran and named it “Roaring Lion”.