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Ceasefire deal a 'victory' for the US: White House
Leavitt said the operation struck more than 13,000 targets and created leverage for talks that the White House says secured Iran’s agreement.
- On Wednesday, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced a two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran, calling it a "victory for the United States that President Trump and our incredible military made happen."
- Operation Epic Fury concluded in 38 days, exceeding initial projections by four weeks, with U.S. forces hitting more than 13,000 targets and neutralizing 97% of naval mines across Iran's defense industrial base.
- Trump agreed to the ceasefire after discussions with Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, contingent on Iran ensuring the "complete, immediate and safe opening of the Strait of Hormuz" for global oil and gas shipments.
- Leavitt cautioned that "ceasefires are fragile by nature," confirming the agreement excludes Lebanon, where military strikes continue despite the diplomatic pause intended to foster long-term peace.
- Protesters gathered in Washington on April 7 to denounce the operation, citing civilian casualties, while analysts question whether the truce will hold or economic ramifications will persist beyond two weeks.
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