U.S. B-52 Stratofortress bombers are now flying missions over Iran under Operation Epic Fury, marking a sharp escalation as American forces exploit newly secured air superiority after weeks of strikes that dismantled key Iranian air defenses. The deployment brings long-range strategic firepower directly over Iranian territory, signaling that U.S. aircraft can now operate with expanded reach and reduced resistance. The shift under Epic Fury moves the conflict from contested airspace to sustained deep-strike operations, enabling the United States to hit high-value targets more frequently and persistently. It raises the stakes for Tehran, broadens Washington’s military options, and signals a new phase of pressure with direct implications for the regional balance of power. Read full Defense News at this link …
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| A U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress conducts operational overflight inside the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, supporting expanded strike missions over Iran following the establishment of localized air superiority, March 26, 2026. (Picture source: U.S. Department of War) |
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