Washington, March 12 (NationPress) The United States has targeted approximately 6,000 locations in Iran, damaging or eliminating more than 90 Iranian vessels, including over 60 ships and at least 30 minelayers, as part of the ongoing Operation Epic Fury, according to a U.S. military fact sheet released on Wednesday.

This military operation commenced at 1:15 a.m. on February 28, initiated by the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) under the President's directive. The operation aims to dismantle the military and security framework of the Iranian regime.

“CENTCOM forces are conducting strikes to dismantle the Iranian regime's security system, focusing on sites deemed to present an immediate threat,” the fact sheet states.

The campaign has targeted various Iranian military sites, including command and control centers, headquarters of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), intelligence facilities, and integrated air defense systems.

Additionally, ballistic missile sites and drone production facilities have also been engaged. The list of targets includes weapons manufacturing plants, surface-to-air missile sites, and military communication assets.

Naval infrastructure and maritime capabilities also remain a significant focus of this operation.

According to the document, more than 90 Iranian vessels have been affected, which encompasses over 60 ships and at least 30 minelayers.

The targets consist of Iranian navy vessels, submarines, anti-ship missile sites, and facilities related to minelaying operations, including factories and storage facilities.

The fact sheet indicates that a wide range of U.S. military assets have been utilized across air, sea, and missile defense operations.

Aircraft involved in the campaign include B-1, B-2, and B-52 bombers, alongside fighter jets such as the F-15, F-16, F-18, F-22, and F-35. Attack aircraft like the A-10 and electronic warfare platforms including the EA-18G have also been deployed.

Surveillance and reconnaissance have been conducted using platforms like the U-2 Dragon Lady, RC-135 reconnaissance aircraft, and P-8 maritime patrol aircraft.

Unmanned systems, including MQ-9 Reaper and LUCAS drones, are also part of this operation.

The campaign has additionally relied on missile defense systems, comprising Patriot interceptor missile systems and THAAD anti-ballistic missile systems.

Ground-based strike assets such as the M-142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) are also among the resources deployed.

Naval support consists of nuclear-powered aircraft carriers, guided-missile destroyers, and refueling vessels. Airborne command and communication support has been provided by aircraft such as the E-2D Advanced Hawkeye and airborne relay systems.

Logistical support includes refueling tanker aircraft and cargo planes like the C-17 Globemaster and C-130, along with specialized electronic warfare platforms such as the EC-130H Compass Call.