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Operation ‘Epic Fury’ Enters a New Phase as B-1 Bombers Strike Deep Inside Iran
Guessing Headlights via Yahoo ^ | March 4th, 2026 | Philip Uwaoma

Posted on 03/04/2026 1:04:21 PM PST by Mariner

In a major escalation of its air campaign against Iran, the United States just deployed the supersonic B-1 Lancer in a high-profile strike that analysts say signals a decisive shift in air superiority.

According to a report published on MSN, U.S. Central Command confirmed that B-1 bombers struck deep inside Iranian territory, targeting ballistic missile facilities and command infrastructure.

The announcement was accompanied by a 45-second video released on X by United States Central Command, showing the bombers lifting off under the cover of darkness. The message read bluntly:

“Last night, B-1 bombers struck deep into Iranian territory, neutralizing its ballistic missile capabilities. As the President stated, 'we're going to destroy their missiles and raze their missile industry to the ground.'"

(Excerpt) Read more at yahoo.com ...


TOPICS: Foreign Affairs; News/Current Events
KEYWORDS: iran

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The big dogs are in the fight.

Just wait until they start hitting personnel concentrations.

1 posted on 03/04/2026 1:04:21 PM PST by Mariner
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To: Mariner

Here comes da Bone!


2 posted on 03/04/2026 1:05:39 PM PST by Skwor
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To: Mariner

Go Man!
Blow some ( ) up!


3 posted on 03/04/2026 1:13:05 PM PST by sonova (No money? You're free to go.)
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To: Mariner

Waiting for MOAB.


4 posted on 03/04/2026 1:14:45 PM PST by jdsteel (Free, free Persia!)
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To: sonova

Reports are BUFF is soon to follow, even on its way. That makes for a VERY VERY bad day for the IRGC


5 posted on 03/04/2026 1:14:52 PM PST by Skwor
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To: Skwor

“That makes for a VERY VERY bad day for the IRGC.”

My idea of a bad day for the IRGC and Basij is to see them being dragged out to the street by enraged Iranians and then slaughtered mercilessly.

Of course, we can also add the clerics as well.


6 posted on 03/04/2026 1:19:53 PM PST by MplsSteve
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To: Mariner

Saw a video of one of those doing a LOW flyby of a Navy ship after the mission. Crew member put up the video, said it was sent to do a flyby to “fire them up” or similar words. Looked like something Batman would fly in.


7 posted on 03/04/2026 1:22:33 PM PST by SaxxonWoods (Annnd....I voted for this too!)
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To: SaxxonWoods

It’s the most beautiful aircraft in the world.


8 posted on 03/04/2026 1:23:47 PM PST by Mariner (War Criminal #18)
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To: Mariner

B-52 Bombers have been deployed as well.
The Big Boys.


9 posted on 03/04/2026 1:24:17 PM PST by tennmountainman ( (“Less propaganda would be appreciated.” JimRobr 12-2-2023 DITTO)
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To: tennmountainman

So, grandpa buff is getting in on this? Cool.

CC


10 posted on 03/04/2026 1:28:39 PM PST by Celtic Conservative (Heghlu'meH QaQ jajvam!)
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To: Mariner

Saw one shooting touch-and-go’s at Cannon AFB back in the day. It looked like one of our Aardvarks had a thyroid problem.


11 posted on 03/04/2026 1:30:41 PM PST by jagusafr ( )
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To: tennmountainman

If wiki is to be believed the BONE carries a slightly heavier payload than the BUFF.


12 posted on 03/04/2026 1:31:17 PM PST by NorthMountain (... the right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed)
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To: tennmountainman

The B1 is the big boy.
It carries more payload than any other.


13 posted on 03/04/2026 1:31:33 PM PST by Mariner (War Criminal #18)
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The big dogs are in the fight. Just wait until they start hitting personnel concentrations.

A lot is changing. Air Dominance is just about achieved. Large scale aerial bombardment is coming soon. Starmer caved, allowing heavy bombers to operate from Diego Garcia. Forecast is cloudy, with a chance of JDAMs.

Iranian Ballistic Missile and Drone launches are down a large factor, less that 25% of day 1 and declining. This probably indicates targeting launchers and storage has been very effective. If this trend continues, Iran is screwed.

Iraqi Kurds have invaded Iran near Marivan. This will force the Iranian army to move forces to oppose the invasion, and I expect those forces will be crushed by US and Israeli air power. The headquarters of the IRGC in Marivan was targeted today. Probably not a coincidence. Of course, our history of leaving Kurds hanging is pretty bad...

14 posted on 03/04/2026 1:32:25 PM PST by ETCM (“There is no security, no safety, in the appeasement of evil.” — Ronald Reagan)
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The big dogs are in the fight.

Speaking of big dogs, the B52s are also slamming Iran now. The BUFFS don't play, they bring long-awaited justice to the bloodthirsty Iranian Muslims who have killed so many of our people for decades.

15 posted on 03/04/2026 1:33:20 PM PST by Avalon Memories (It seems to be a law of nature...that those who will not risk cannot win. --John Paul Jones)
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To: jdsteel

A MOAB is to clear a landing site for troops.

I’d strongly prefer there never be a reason to drop one.


16 posted on 03/04/2026 1:33:51 PM PST by TheThirdRuffian (Orange is the new brown)
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That must be what I saw reported on TV and I didn’t understand - bombers from two different US bases and the # of flying hours there and back...One base was a surprise to me but the others were the usual from Whiteman AFB in MO...Someone will tell me where the others came from, I’m sure. Hope so anyway. Maybe some from one of the Dakotas?


17 posted on 03/04/2026 1:34:58 PM PST by Thank You Rush
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It’s the most beautiful aircraft in the world.

Oh I heartily agree. The Lancers are gorgeous...deadly, but gorgeous.

18 posted on 03/04/2026 1:35:19 PM PST by Avalon Memories (It seems to be a law of nature...that those who will not risk cannot win. --John Paul Jones)
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To: ETCM
A lot is changing.

Starting with my X algorithm. Instead of fake AI videos of Tel Aviv on fire and the USS Abraham Lincoln sinking, it's now mostly the same libtards crying about mass bombardment of Tehran and the crime of sinking ships in "international water" (is if this was a safe space).

That's how I know Iran is losing.

19 posted on 03/04/2026 1:36:51 PM PST by Drew68
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“”So, grandpa buff is getting in on this? Cool.””

Are you sure it’s not GREAT GRANDPA? I’m surprised they’re still flying. They used to be out at March AFB but even March is something else now..reserves?


20 posted on 03/04/2026 1:37:32 PM PST by Thank You Rush
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