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DoW Identifies Air Force Casualties
Mar 14, 2026

The Department of War announced the death of six Air Force Airmen who were supporting Operation Epic Fury. Maj. John A. Klinner, 33, of Auburn, Ala.; Capt. Ariana G. Savino, 31, of Covington, Wash.; and Tech. Sgt. Ashley B. Pruitt,…

Loss of U.S. KC-135 Over Iraq
Mar 12, 2026

TAMPA, Fla. – U.S. Central Command is aware of the loss of a U.S. KC-135 refueling aircraft. The incident occurred in friendly airspace during Operation Epic Fury, and rescue efforts are ongoing. Two aircraft were involved in the incident. One…

OPERATION EPIC FURY FACT SHEET - March 12, 2026
Mar 12, 2026

U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) commenced Operation Epic Fury at the direction of the President of the United States. CENTCOM forces are striking targets to dismantle the Iranian regime’s security apparatus, prioritizing locations that pose an imminent threat. Operation Launched: 1:15…

Civilians Warned to Avoid Ports Used by Iranian Forces
Mar 11, 2026

TAMPA, Fla. – On March 11, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) is issuing a warning to civilians that the Iranian regime is using civilian ports along the Strait of Hormuz to conduct military operations that threaten international shipping. This dangerous action…

FinCEN Issues Expanded Southwest Border Geographic Targeting Order
Mar 11, 2026

WASHINGTON—The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has issued an expanded Geographic Targeting Order (GTO) to help law enforcement combat the illicit activities and money laundering of Mexico-based cartels and other criminal actors along the southwest…