U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) has confirmed that American forces have successfully neutralized a vast network of Iranian military infrastructure during ongoing, high-intensity operations. In an official statement released on X, CENTCOM announced the destruction of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) command and control facilities, advanced air defense systems, and strategic missile and drone launch sites.
U.S. forces have destroyed Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps command and control facilities, Iranian air defense capabilities, missile and drone launch sites, and military airfields during sustained operations. We will continue to take decisive action against imminent threats… pic.twitter.com/0aHEyVHf5e
— U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) March 3, 2026
Neutralizing the IRGC Command Structure
The military campaign, part of “Operation Epic Fury,” has reportedly crippled several Iranian military airfields. CENTCOM officials stated that the strikes are designed to systematically degrade the IRGC’s ability to project power across the Gulf. While Tehran has yet to issue a formal response, the lack of immediate counter-messaging from Iranian state media suggests significant disruption to their internal communication networks.
Retaliation: Erbil Base and Riyadh Under Fire
Despite the reported destruction of launch sites, retaliatory drone strikes continue to plague the region:
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Iraq: Police sources in Erbil confirmed that a drone targeted a U.S. military base near Erbil International Airport on Tuesday afternoon. The extent of the damage is currently being assessed.
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Saudi Arabia: The U.S. Embassy in Riyadh was struck by two drones, igniting a “limited fire.” Saudi air defenses reportedly intercepted a total of eight drones near Riyadh and Al-Kharj throughout the morning.
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Wider Gulf: Both Qatar and the UAE have reported intercepting ballistic missiles and drone barrages, marking a dangerous spillover into previously stable diplomatic and energy hubs.
State Department Emergency Orders
In response to the deteriorating security environment, the U.S. State Department has issued mandatory departure orders for all non-emergency government personnel and their family members from:
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Iraq
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Bahrain
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Jordan
A “shelter-in-place” notice remains in effect for U.S. citizens in the Saudi Arabian cities of Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dhahran, with all non-essential travel to military installations across the Middle East strictly prohibited.
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