What They’re Saying About Operation Epic Fury—March 27, 2026
U.S.
President Donald Trump | Truth Social
“Our Military Operation in Iran is going GREAT!”
“U.S. forces continue to eliminate the Iranian regime’s ability to project military power beyond its borders.”
“USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) is pictured transiting the Arabian Sea in support of Operation Epic Fury. The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier is nearly as long as New York City's Empire State Building is tall.”
Department of Defense Rapid Response | X
“No apologies. No hesitations. EPIC FURY.”
Secretary of State Marco Rubio | X
“Our mission is clear. Iran will never obtain a nuclear weapon. In my meeting with the G7 foreign ministers, I reiterated that we must meet this moment with maximum partner contributions.”
“SECRETARY RUBIO: One of the immediate challenges we're going to face is an Iran that may decide that they want to set up a tolling system in the Strait of Hormuz. Not only is this illegal, it's unacceptable, it's dangerous for the world.”
“Republicans in Congress want to cut Americans' health care to pay for more war in Iran. Let that sink in.”
“It’s a big problem when military leaders won't engage with a question about how Trump has changed his reasons for why we're at war with Iran.”
“We need to vote to end the war in Iran. With 7,000 of our soldiers sent to the region, we must prevent ground troops in Iran.”
ISRAEL
“STRUCK: Iranian Regime’s primary facility for the productions of missiles and sea mines in Yazd, Iran.
The site was used for the planning, development, assembly, and storage of advanced missiles intended for launch from cruise platforms, submarines, and helicopters toward both mobile and stationary maritime targets.”
“STRUCK: Arak Heavy Water Plant in Central Iran—A Key Plutonium Production Site for Nuclear Weapons.
The IDF will not allow the Iranian regime to continue advancing its nuclear weapons program, which poses an existential threat to Israel and the entire world.”
“The Iranian regime is the driving force behind global terrorism. Through Hezbollah, Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad, and the Houthis, it funds, arms, and directs a network of terror that spreads violence across the Middle East and beyond.”
IRAN
Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf | X
“How can the US, which can't even protect its own soldiers at its bases in the region and instead leaves them stashed away in hotels and parks, protect them on our soil?”
IRGC Aerospace Commander Majid Moosavi | X
“You tested us once before; the world saw again that you yourselves started playing with fire and attacking infrastructure. This time, the equation will no longer be an eye for an eye; wait and see! Employees of industrial companies associated with the Americans and the Zionist regime should quickly leave their workplaces to avoid endangering their lives!”
“The devil has one weapon: fear.
The enemy's greatest weapon in this war is the same: frightening.
But its breaking point is right here: not being afraid.
Do not fear and do not frighten; you are superior.
This is the message of God and the martyrs to us.
‘And they give good tidings to those who did not join them from those behind them, that there will be no fear concerning them, nor will they grieve.’”
Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi | X
“Netanyahu gambled with American taxpayer dollars and American lives. Having badly lost that gamble, he is now singlehandedly making sure that ordinary Americans, particularly retirees and those retiring in next few years, will pick up the tab.”
Armed Forces Spokesman Abolfazl Shekarchi | Times of Israel
“When all the Americans (forces) go into a hotel, then from our perspective that hotel becomes American. Should we just stand by and let the Americans strike us? When we respond, naturally, we have to strike wherever they are.”
“Today, the Human Rights Council holds an urgent debate on the U.S. wanton attack on Shajareh Tayyebe Elementary School in the City of Monab, on 28 February 2026. It was a deliberate, phased assault by two Tomahawk missiles in order to claim more innocent lives.
The world must stand up to this grave breach of international law, including human rights and humanitarian law، as this is merely one, among many, examples of American-Israeli war crimes & crimes against humanity committed during the past 28 days of their illegal war against Iran.
Those innocent kids and their teachers who were slaughtered in cold blood symbolise the barbarity and brutality of the invaders. They must be held accountable for their egregious rights abuses & genocidal war crimes.”
GULF STATES
“The UAE Air Defense Forces (March 27, 2026) intercepted 6 ballistic missiles and 9 drones originating from Iran. Since the start of the brazen Iranian attacks, the UAE Air Defense Forces have intercepted 378 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles, and 1,835 drones. These attacks resulted in the martyrdom of 2 members of the armed forces while performing their national duty, in addition to the martyrdom of a Moroccan national civilian contractor with the armed forces, and the killing of 8 civilians of Pakistani, Nepalese, Bangladeshi, Palestinian, and Indian nationalities.”
Kuwait Army General Staff Headquarters | X
“Issued by the Official Spokesman of the Ministry of Defense Colonel Saud Abdulaziz Al-Otaibi. The Armed Forces monitored, during the past (24) hours, a number (4) of hostile ballistic missiles within Kuwaiti airspace, which were dealt with, intercepted, and destroyed. A cruise missile targeting Mubarak Al-Kabeer Port was also detected, resulting in material damage, with no human casualties recorded. Additionally, a number (3) of hostile drones were dealt with and destroyed, while a number (4) of drones targeted Mubarak Al-Kabeer Port and Shuwaikh Port, leading to material damage, with no human casualties recorded. The Kuwaiti Armed Forces affirm their full readiness to protect the security of the homeland and preserve its sovereignty.”
EUROPE
“• Royal Navy, British Army, and Royal Air Force personnel are working seamlessly together to deliver integrated air defence in the Middle East.
• RAF Typhoons, F-35s, and ground-based counter-drone teams, supported by Royal Navy Wildcat and Merlin helicopters, together with Army Stormer air defence systems are working together to protect UK personnel, interests, and partners in the region.
• HMS Dragon is deployed near Cyprus and is now fully integrated within the UK’s layered air defence system in the region.
• UK Typhoons and F-35 jets have continued their defensive missions overnight, including over Cyprus and Jordan.”
UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office | X
“Iran cannot hold the global economy hostage. The Strait of Hormuz needs to be reopened and international shipping protected.” Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper MP at the G7 Foreign Ministers meeting today.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul | Guardian
“Putin cynically hopes that the escalation in the Middle East will divert our attention from his crimes in Ukraine,” German foreign minister Johann Wadephul said. “This calculation must not succeed. We see very clearly how closely the two conflicts are intertwined. Russia is evidently supporting Iran with information about potential targets.”
President of the European Council António Costa | X
“In my call today with President Isaac Herzog of Israel, I expressed the EU’s solidarity with the Israeli people in light of the daily attacks by Iran and Hezbollah. Such attacks must stop immediately.
Amid the ongoing violence in the Middle East, I called for de-escalation and maximum restraint, the protection of civilians and civilian infrastructure, and full respect for international law by all parties.
Only diplomacy can ensure a sustainable solution to Iran’s threats, including on the nuclear file.
I also urge Israel to seize the moment for direct talks with Lebanon. Lebanese stability and territorial integrity must be preserved, and Israel must ensure the protection of civilians and civilian infrastructure.
We also addressed the humanitarian situation in Gaza, which must urgently improve, as well as the need for Hamas’s disarmament. The situation in the West Bank is extremely worrying, and I urged action to address settler violence. There is an urgent need to de-escalate and end the violence, as well as to halt continued settlement expansion.”
UKRAINE
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy | X
“We have reached an important Arrangement between the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine and the Ministry of Defense of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on defense cooperation. The document was signed ahead of our meeting with the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud. It lays the foundation for future contracts, technological cooperation, and investment. It also strengthens Ukraine’s international role as a security donor.
We are ready to share our expertise and systems with Saudi Arabia and to work together to strengthen the protection of lives. Now into the fifth year, Ukrainians are resisting the same kind of terrorist attacks – ballistic missiles and drones – that the Iranian regime is currently carrying out in the Middle East and the Gulf region. Saudi Arabia also has capabilities that are of interest to Ukraine, and this cooperation can be mutually beneficial.
We also discussed the situation in the Middle East and the Gulf region as a whole, Russia’s assistance to the Iranian regime, developments in fuel markets, and potential energy cooperation. Thank you for the meeting.”
AUSTRALIA
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese | X
“We're working to protect and shield Australians from the worst of the global fuel shock.”
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