JUST IN: US-Israeli Strikes Hit Targets in Tehran as Operation Epic Fury Enters Intensified Phase

JUST IN: US and Israeli forces have conducted airstrikes on targets in and around Tehran, Iran’s capital, as part of the ongoing military campaign under Operation Epic Fury, according to multiple reports and Iranian state media.

By Reflecto News Staff
April 3, 2026

TEHRAN – Explosions and plumes of smoke were reported in several districts of Tehran and its suburbs following the latest wave of US-Israeli airstrikes. Iranian officials confirmed strikes hit areas in the capital, including near military and government-related sites, while civilian areas also sustained damage.

This escalation comes as President Donald Trump has repeatedly warned of further intensified operations, including potential targeting of additional infrastructure such as bridges and power plants if Iran does not seek a negotiated end to the conflict.

Details of the Strikes in Tehran

Reports indicate:

• Strikes targeted locations in central and western Tehran, including areas near key infrastructure.
• Smoke and explosions were visible in multiple districts, with Iranian media showing footage of damage and rescue operations.
• Iranian authorities reported civilian casualties and damage to residential or dual-use buildings in some cases.
• The strikes align with the broader campaign that has already hit military sites, missile facilities, industrial complexes (such as Mobarakeh Steel Company), and infrastructure like the B1 Bridge near Karaj (west of Tehran).

The US and Israel have not immediately released official statements detailing the specific targets in this latest round, but the operations continue to focus on degrading Iran’s missile capabilities, air defenses, leadership infrastructure, and supporting industrial base.

Context in Operation Epic Fury

Operation Epic Fury, launched on February 28, 2026, has involved hundreds of strikes across Iran targeting:

• Missile bases and launchers (including in Isfahan province).
• Leadership and command centers.
• Industrial and dual-use facilities.
• Air defenses and naval assets.

Recent developments include:

• The complete shutdown of production at Mobarakeh Steel Company due to heavy damage.
• Claims by Iran of shooting down US aircraft and engaging rescue helicopters.
• Persistent disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, where Iran maintains a selective transit regime.

President Trump has signaled that the current phase of operations represents only the beginning, warning that bridges and electric power plants could be next targets.

Iranian Response

Iranian officials have condemned the strikes as aggression against civilian areas and vowed retaliation. The IRGC and regular army have maintained a posture of readiness, with the army chief warning that “no enemy soldier will survive” any ground invasion.

President Masoud Pezeshkian has continued public outreach, reiterating that Iran “harbors no enmity towards ordinary Americans.”

International and Diplomatic Fallout

The strikes in Tehran add urgency to ongoing diplomatic efforts:

• The UK is hosting a virtual meeting of around 35 countries focused on reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
• France and South Korea have agreed to cooperate on stabilization measures.
• Germany has urged China to use its influence to push Iran toward negotiations.
• China has blamed US-Israeli military operations as the root cause of disruptions in the strait.

Global energy markets remain volatile due to Hormuz restrictions, with Gulf states maximizing bypass pipelines for partial relief.

Looking Ahead

As the conflict nears its sixth week, the latest strikes on Tehran signal a broadening of targets and heightened risks to the Iranian capital. Whether this leads to further Iranian retaliation, increased diplomatic pressure, or a path toward negotiations will shape the coming days.

Reflecto News will monitor casualty figures, official statements from Washington and Tehran, any Iranian responses, and the impact on ongoing diplomatic initiatives and global energy security.

Related Coverage on Reflecto News:

• President Trump Warns Bridges and Power Plants Are Next Targets
• Mobarakeh Steel Company Shuts Down All Production Lines
• Two US Military Helicopters Hit by Iranian Fire During Rescue Mission
• Second US Air Force Combat Plane Crashes in Persian Gulf Region
• UK Hosts Meeting of 35 Countries on Reopening Strait of Hormuz
• Iran Grants South African Vessels Permission Through Strait of Hormuz

This report draws from Iranian state media reports, international coverage, and the broader context of US-Israeli operations in Tehran during Operation Epic Fury.