09 April 2026

What was the name of the US military operation against Iran?

US–Iran War 2026 – 20 Important Q&As

1. Q: When did the 2026 US–Iran conflict begin?

A: 28 February 2026. 


2. Q: What was the name of the US military operation against Iran?

A: Operation Epic Fury. 


3. Q: Which countries jointly launched strikes on Iran?

A: United States and Israel. 


4. Q: Who was the Supreme Leader of Iran killed in initial strikes?

A: Ali Khamenei. 


5. Q: What triggered long-term US–Iran tensions?

A: 1979 Islamic Revolution and Iran Hostage Crisis. 


6. Q: What was a major recent cause of the conflict?

A: Iran’s nuclear program and missile development. 


7. Q: Which agreement collapse increased tensions before the war?

A: 2015 JCPOA (Iran Nuclear Deal).


8. Q: How did Iran retaliate after US strikes?

A: Missile and drone attacks on US bases and allies. 


9. Q: Which strategic waterway did Iran block during the conflict?

A: Strait of Hormuz. 


10. Q: Why is the Strait of Hormuz important?

A: About 20% of global oil passes through it. 


11. Q: Which US President led the military action in 2026?

A: Donald Trump.


12. Q: What was Iran’s strategy during retaliation?

A: Targeting regional oil infrastructure and US allies. 


13. Q: Name one Iran-backed group involved in regional escalation.

A: Hezbollah (Lebanon). 


14. Q: What was the global economic impact of the war?

A: Rise in oil prices and disruption of trade routes. 


15. Q: Which countries were affected by Iranian strikes in the region?

A: Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Iraq, Kuwait, Bahrain, etc. 


16. Q: What humanitarian impact did the war cause?

A: Thousands killed and large-scale displacement. 


17. Q: What happened to global travel due to the conflict?

A: Flights were halted across the Middle East. 


18. Q: Which country helped broker a ceasefire in April 2026?

A: Pakistan. 


19. Q: What is the status of the ceasefire (April 2026)?

A: Temporary and fragile, with continued tensions. 


20. Q: What is the biggest global concern due to this conflict?

A: Energy security and risk of wider Middle East war.

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