Event Brief
Operation Epic Fury against Iran 'is over,' Rubio says
Filed: May 05, 2026 at 11:04 PM ET
Summary: Marco Rubio said Operation Epic Fury is over and a new defensive phase has begun to secure the Strait of Hormuz.
WHO: Marco Rubio
WHAT: U.S. Secretary of State said Operation Epic Fury is over and a defensive phase has started to secure the Strait of Hormuz.
WHEN: May 05, 2026 at 11:16 AM ET
WHERE: Strait of Hormuz
WHY: To secure the Strait of Hormuz.
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