On the 6th, the United States Central Command announced the results of the first 7 days of its "Epic Fury" operation against Iran, reporting strikes on over 3,000 targets within Iran, with 43 Iranian warships damaged or destroyed. The targets struck include command centers, Revolutionary Guard headquarters, air defense systems, ballistic missile launch sites, naval vessels and submarines, anti-ship missile launch sites, and military communication capabilities.
Central Command emphasized that US forces are destroying Iranian targets to pave the way for the continued deployment of overwhelming American military power. Central Command Commander Cooper stated that the Iranian regime has attacked 12 countries and continues to deliberately target civilians across many areas of the Middle East. He noted that on the 5th, Iran launched seven attack drones into a residential area in Bahrain, calling this unacceptable and assuring that it would not go unanswered. The US military will continue to work with regional partners to counter Iran's threats against innocent civilians in the region.
White House spokesperson Leavitt stated that the US is making good progress in controlling Iranian airspace and is expected to achieve operational objectives within 4 to 6 weeks.
Over 1,000 Dead in Iran
On the 6th, the United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, Fletcher, said that according to UNHCR reports, hundreds of thousands have been displaced in the region. UNICEF reported that since the escalation of the situation, more than 190 children have been killed.
According to Iranian reports, the war has caused over 1,000 deaths and damage to over 100 civilian facilities.
In addition, Lebanon has seen over 100 deaths, hundreds injured, and around 100,000 people seeking refuge in hundreds of shelters.