Operation ‘Epic Fury’: 48 Leaders, Including Khamenei Killed and 9 Warships Sunk in 48 Hours

New Delhi: The joint military operation of America and Israel changed the picture of the Middle East. In this war that started on February 28, within just 48 hours, Iran suffered such wounds which may not be possible to heal for years. US President Donald Trump revealed in an interview that 48 top Iranian leaders were killed in this operation. The name of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is at the top.

How were 40 big commanders eliminated in one stroke?

The Israeli military claimed that 40 senior Iranian military commanders were killed in the attack and called it a "historic action". These commanders also include the name of Chief of staff of the Iranian Armed Forces, Lieutenant General Abdolrahim Mousavi. This was also confirmed by Iranian government media. According to CNN IDF, most of the commanders were killed in simultaneous attacks on two separate targets.

What was the impact on the Navy?

US President Trump said US forces sank nine Iranian naval ships and "largely destroyed" Iran's naval headquarters. US Central Command confirmed that an Iranian 'Zamaran-class corvette' warship was targeted and seen sinking at a Gulf port.

How many places were destroyed?

According to US Central Command, American B-2 stealth bombers hit Iran's ballistic missile facilities with 2,000-pound bombs on Saturday night. More than 1,000 targets have been targeted so far. NPR Israel also dropped more than 1,200 bombs in 24 of Iran's 31 provinces in 24 hours.

How many American soldiers have been killed?

US Central Command confirmed Sunday evening that three American soldiers were killed and five seriously injured in the clash. Many others suffered minor injuries and are expected to return to duty soon. President Trump said further casualties were likely and described the slain soldiers as "true American patriots."

Is the claim of attack on USS Abraham Lincoln hollow?

Iranian Revolutionary Guards claimed to have fired four ballistic missiles at the US aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln, but a US official rejected the claim, saying the missiles did not even get close to the carrier. This warship is still fully active in the area.

How many 200 deaths so far in Iran?

More than 200 people have been killed and more than 700 injured in the country so far. The most tragic incident took place in Minab, a city in southern Iran, where 148 innocent girls lost their lives in an attack on a primary girls' school. Iran has blamed Israel for this attack.