Geopolitics

US Military Escalates with 1,700 Strikes on Iran, Deploys B-52 Bombers for First Time

By Economics Desk | March 4, 2026

In a dramatic escalation, the United States has struck more than 1,700 targets inside Iran within just three days, deploying powerful B-52 bombers for the first time. This relentless campaign, part of Operation Epic Fury alongside Israel, aims to dismantle Iran’s military capabilities amid rising regional tensions.

In a show of decisive strength and strategic resolve, the United States has intensified its military campaign against Iran by hitting over 1,700 targets in only 72 hours. This unprecedented offensive marks a significant escalation in America's commitment to protecting national security and regional stability. Command Central for US forces in the Middle East (Centcom) reports that since launching Operation Epic Fury last Saturday—jointly executed with Israel—American forces have systematically degraded key Iranian military infrastructure. Among these are command centers, missile silos, integrated air defenses, naval assets including submarines and warships, and crucial communications networks essential to the Iranian regime’s...

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