US calls Iran ceasefire a ‘victory’, says Operation Epic Fury met goals early

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The White House stated that a two-week ceasefire between Iran and the United States represents a victory for Washington. Operation Epic Fury achieved its military objectives in 38 days, four weeks ahead of the initial four-to-six-week estimate. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt credited the military's capabilities for creating leverage for negotiations. President Trump announced the ceasefire was conditional on Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz, which handles approximately one-fifth of global oil shipments. Iran presented a ten-point proposal described as a workable basis for long-term peace discussions.

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