Impact of US strikes on Iran

On February 28, the US launched an airstrike on Iran, titled Operation Epic Fury.

On February 28, the US launched an airstrike on Iran. Titled Operation Epic Fury, the strike targeted key military facilities, including command and control centers, air defense systems, surface-to-surface ballistic missiles, and drone launch sites.

Following these attacks, companies worldwide are now monitoring the region with heightened caution.

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