US President Donald Trump claimed that the US may have influenced Israel's military operations against Iran. He also stated that the US operation "Epic Fury" against Iran has neutralized Iran's military forces, including its air and naval forces, as well as its air defense systems.
Redaksiya reports that Trump emphasized during these statements that as a result of the US policy towards Iran, Tehran's military potential has significantly weakened. According to him, the "Epic Fury" operation has dealt serious blows to Iran's military infrastructure.
It is noted that US President Donald Trump voiced these opinions on March 3, 2026, during a bilateral meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington.