1. Operation Epic Fury – Day 3

• The U.S. and Israel continue coordinated strikes on Iranian military targets.
• Iranian missiles, drones, and aircraft have been intercepted across the Middle East and Eastern Mediterranean.

2. Netanyahu Rejects Claims of Dragging U.S. Into War

• Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu states it’s “ridiculous” to claim Israel pushed the U.S. into war.
• Praises Trump as a strong leader acting independently based on American interests.
• Emphasizes Iran’s threat as “50 North Koreas” and committed to America’s destruction.

3. U.S. Intelligence: Imminent Threat

• Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Iranian attacks on U.S. assets were imminent.
• Intelligence indicated Iran planned retaliation if Israel struck its missile program.
• U.S. wants to prevent Iran from rebuilding missile or drone capabilities.

4. Saudi Arabia Involved

• Saudi Defense Ministry reports intercepting and destroying eight Iranian drones.
• Two drones struck the U.S. Embassy in Saudi Arabia, causing a fire but no injuries.

5. Vice President JD Vance: “No Multi-Year War”

• Says Trump will not allow another Iraq/Afghanistan‑style conflict.
• Emphasizes a clear objective: Iran must not gain or rebuild nuclear capabilities.
• Claims this mission avoids the “mission creep” of past wars.

6. Netanyahu Describes Trump’s Longstanding Focus on Iran

• Says Trump identified Iran’s nuclear ambitions as a “clear and present danger.”
• Describes joint U.S.-Israeli operations (“Midnight Hammer” and “Rising Line”) targeting missile sites.
• States negotiations failed, leaving military action as the only option.

7. Pentagon Statement by Pete Hegseth

• Addresses U.S. service members directly in a highly motivational speech.
• Frames the conflict as a generational turning point since 1979.
• Emphasizes:
  • “Peace through strength”
  • Lethality and unity of purpose
  • Confidence in the President’s leadership
• Promises no endless wars and praises America’s military capability.

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