Pentagon Declares Major Victory After Iran Ceasefire

At a Pentagon briefing, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth described Operation Epic Fury as a decisive U.S. military victory, saying Iran’s forces have been significantly weakened and its military capabilities severely degraded. He stated that Iran accepted a ceasefire under overwhelming pressure, avoiding further strikes on key infrastructure. Officials say the operation has reshaped the battlefield, with Iran’s command systems disrupted and its ability to sustain military production greatly reduced.