President Donald Trump announced that the military operation "Epic Fury" against Iran could last about five weeks. The U.S. administration, despite assurances of powerful ammunition reserves, maintains strategic uncertainty regarding the campaign's ultimate objectives. While Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu supports U.S. actions, Vice President J.D. Vance assures that the conflict will not escalate into a prolonged occupation akin to Iraq or Afghanistan, focusing instead on neutralizing Iran's arsenal.

Five-Week Schedule

The Trump administration anticipates that the main phase of Operation Epic Fury will last about five weeks, focusing on military and nuclear targets.

No-Occupation Strategy

J.D. Vance assures that the U.S. does not plan a prolonged ground presence or nation-building, aiming to avoid mistakes from previous wars.

U.S. Military Resources

Donald Trump declares possession of unlimited ammunition stockpiles, though voices are emerging about shortages in the most advanced weaponry.

The situation in the Middle East has entered a new, violent phase following the United States' launch of Operation "Epic Fury." President Donald Trump, quoted by numerous global agencies, announced the arrival of a "great wave" of strikes intended to ultimately neutralize Iran's missile and nuclear threat. While the White House suggests intense operations may last about five weeks, Trump himself does not rule out longer engagement, declaring possession of "unlimited weapon stockpiles" and readiness to wage war as long as necessary to ensure U.S. national security. The Pentagon has already confirmed precision strikes on the command infrastructure of Pasdaran in multiple Iranian provinces. Washington's relations with Tehran have remained hostile since the Islamic Revolution in 1979, and the current escalation is the most serious direct armed clash between the two states in the history of their mutual relations.Vice President J.D. Vance, in his speeches, seeks to reassure the public, emphasizing that Iran will not become a "new Iraq or Afghanistan." This suggests a departure from the costly strategy of regime change in favor of precise degradation of the adversary's military potential. Nevertheless, some inconsistencies are emerging within the Trump administration itself; while Vance speaks of a short conflict, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and the president himself do not rule out any scenario, including deploying ground troops if airstrikes fail to achieve the intended results. Trump also suggested that attacks are intentionally intensified on weekends to minimize the negative impact on the stock market. 5 tygodni — estimated duration of the intense phase of Operation Epic FuryIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has backed the U.S. offensive, stating that these actions will not lead to an "endless war" but are crucial for lasting peace in the region. Meanwhile, the situation on the ground remains tense; reports have emerged of a strike on the U.S. embassy in Riyadh, which was met with an immediate threat of retaliation from Trump. Simultaneously, the administration faces logistical challenges. Although the president boasts about resources, unofficial sources indicate that the level of precision weapon stockpiles is not yet optimal, which may force a revision of the intensity of airstrikes in the coming days. „It is going to be a big wave. We are full of ammunition, we can make war forever if we have to.” — Donald Trump

Mentioned People

  • Donald Trump — President of the United States, commander-in-chief of Operation Epic Fury.
  • J.D. Vance — Vice President of the United States, handling communication of the war's objectives.
  • Benjamin Netanjahu — Prime Minister of Israel, supporting the U.S. offensive.
  • Pete Hegseth — U.S. Secretary of Defense, signaling possible ground engagement.