•US-Iran conflict escalates into open military confrontation with joint US and Israeli airstrikes.
•President Trump confirms "major military operation" named 'Operation Epic Fury' to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.
•US military attacked over 1,250 targets, destroyed 11 Iranian ships, and targeted senior officials and Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei's complex.
•Since October 2023, the US has spent $21.7 billion in military aid to Israel and an additional $9.65 to $12.07 billion on operations in the Middle East.
•A prolonged war would strain the US defense budget, impact global oil markets, and intensify domestic political debate.
