What They’re Saying About Operation Epic Fury - March 12, 2026
U.S.
“The United States is the largest Oil Producer in the World, by far, so when oil prices go up, we make a lot of money. BUT, of far greater interest and importance to me, as President, is stopping an evil Empire, Iran, from having Nuclear Weapons, and destroying the Middle East and, indeed, the World.”
“From the start, the Trump admin made the objectives of Operation Epic Fury unmistakably clear:
• Destroy the Iranian regime’s missile arsenal
• Eliminate its Navy
• Ensure Iran can NEVER obtain a nuclear weapon
• End the threat posed by its terrorist proxies”
President Donald Trump | TruthSocial
“The Iran National Soccer Team is welcome to The World Cup, but I really don’t believe it is appropriate that they be there, for their own life and safety.”
“We are eliminating Iran’s ability to threaten American forces and regional partners through lethality and precision.”
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent | NBC News
“U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said he believes the U.S. Navy will begin escorting vessels through the besieged Strait of Hormuz ‘as soon as it is militarily possible.’ ‘There are, in fact, tankers coming through now, Iranian tankers, I believe some Chinese flag tankers have come through,’ Bessent said . . . ‘So we know that they have not mined the straits,’ he added, apparently referring to the Iranian regime.”
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer | X
“How did Donald Trump not see the crisis with the Strait of Hormuz coming? A college student with a basic understanding of geopolitics could tell you that Iran’s greatest leverage is this narrow passage through which a huge share of the world's oil must travel. And now the administration is scrambling to contain the damage and deal with rising oil prices.”
“If you are a threat to the safety of Americans, President Trump will take you out. He’s putting an end to the threat posed by the Iranian regime, before they kill more Americans.”
Iran
Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei | X
“Dear fighter brothers! The desire of the masses of the people is the continuation of effective and regret-inducing defense. Furthermore, the leverage of blocking the Strait of Hormuz must certainly continue to be used.”
Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei | X
“I assure everyone that we will not forgo vengeance for the blood of your martyrs. The vengeance we have in mind is not limited to the martyrdom of the great leader of the Revolution; rather, every member of the nation who is martyred by the enemy constitutes an independent subject in the file of vengeance.”
Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei | X
“We will exact reparations from the enemy, and if it refuses, we will seize from its assets as much as we deem necessary; and if that too proves impossible, we will destroy an equivalent portion of its assets.”
Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei | X
“The countries of the region must clarify their stance regarding the aggressors against our dear homeland and the killers of our people. I recommend that they shut down those bases as soon as possible; for they must surely have realized by now that America's claim of establishing security and peace has been nothing but a lie.”
Supreme National Security Council Secretary Ali Larijani | X
“Trump returned to say: ‘We must win this war quickly.’ But starting wars is an easy matter, whereas ending them does not happen with a few tweets. We will not leave you until you admit your mistake and pay its price.”
Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf | X
“Homeland or Death! Any aggression against soil of Iranian islands will shatter all restraint. We will abandon all restraint and make the Persian Gulf run with the blood of invaders. The blood of American soldiers is Trump’s personal responsibility.”
Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi | X
“Israel is bombing Iranian historical monuments dating as far back as the 14th century. Multiple UNESCO World Heritage Sites have been struck. It’s natural that a regime that won't last a century hates nations with ancient pasts. But where’s UNESCO? Its silence is unacceptable.”
Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei | Politico
“The European Union’s indifference and acquiescence in the face of U.S. and Israeli aggression, brutalities and atrocities amounts to nothing less than complicity.”
Israel
“STRUCK: The ‘Taleghan’ compound, a site used by the Iranian regime to advance nuclear weapons capabilities. The compound was used to develop advanced explosives and conduct sensitive experiments as part of the covert ‘AMAD’ project in the 2000s.”
“~70 terror targets were struck including terrorist infrastructure, weapons storage facilities, central headquarters, key terrorists, and an IRGC Air Force HQ in Beirut.”
Israel Defense Forces Spokesperson | Iran International
“Every individual, every figure, every institution, every organization, every group—anyone who is serving the regime—is not immune from attacks. . . . Every person who is serving them, whether in the Basij forces, the police, or the Revolutionary Guards, is certainly considered both a threat to Israel and to the people of Iran.”
Gulf States
“The Ministry of Defense of the State of Qatar announces that armed forces intercepted a missile attack which targeted the state of Qatar.”
“Two drones were intercepted and destroyed in the Empty Quarter heading toward the Shaybah field.”
Kuwait Army General Staff Headquarters | X
“The Kuwaiti Armed Forces have repelled, since dawn today, Thursday, March 12, 2026, a wave of hostile aerial targets that breached the country's airspace. Five (5) ballistic missiles were detected, four (4) of which were engaged and destroyed, while one (1) missile fell outside the threat area. Air defense systems also detected seven (7) hostile drones, five (5) of which were engaged and destroyed, while two (2) drones fell outside the threat area. Two (2) drones targeted vital facilities, bringing the total to nine (9) hostile drones that targeted the country, resulting in human injuries and material damage.”
Omani Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi | X
“Pope Leo XIV’s call for peace amid the tragedy in Iran and Lebanon moves the heart. Let’s all join in prayer for the innocent, above all the children lost, and for the weapons to fall silent.”
Jordan
Jordanian Foreign Ministry | X
“Jordan today condemned in the strongest terms the Iranian attack that targeted the port of Salalah in the sisterly Sultanate of Oman with drones and resulted in damage to the port's fuel tanks. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates affirmed in a statement Jordan’s rejection and condemnation of these brutal attacks, which represent a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of sisterly Oman and a dangerous escalation that threatens the security and stability of the region, stressing Jordan’s absolute solidarity with sisterly Oman in the face of Iranian attacks and its full support for all the steps it takes to protect its sovereignty, security and the safety of its citizens.”
Europe
“RAF Typhoon and F-35B jets have continued defensive air operations over Jordan, Qatar and the UAE, with support from Voyager air-to-air refuelling in defence of British interests and allies. British pilots have now racked up more than 300 operational flying hours and shot down multiple drones in defense of our allies and partners.”
India
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi | X
“Had a conversation with Iranian President, Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian, to discuss the serious situation in the region. Expressed deep concern over the escalation of tensions and the loss of civilian lives as well as damage to civilian infrastructure. The safety and security of Indian nationals, along with the need for unhindered transit of goods and energy, remain India’s top priorities. Reiterated India’s commitment to peace and stability and urged for dialogue and diplomacy.”
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