The U.S. claims that military actions against Iran do not involve nuclear facilities.
On March 1 local time, reporters from the Central Station learned that the U.S. military announced some of the forces and equipment used in military operations against Iran, and explained the main categories of targets for this strike. The U.S. military emphasized that the targets listed in the public information do not include Iranian nuclear facilities, and that some specific operational capabilities have not been disclosed.
This operation utilized aerial forces including B-2 stealth bombers, multiple types of fighter jets, electronic warfare aircraft, reconnaissance planes, and drones, while coordinating with nuclear-powered aircraft carriers, missile destroyers, and ground rocket systems to carry out the strikes. Missile defense systems such as "Patriot" and "THAAD" were also deployed to intercept potential counterattacks. The military stated that air refueling aircraft and transport planes were also used for support.
Regarding the targets, the U.S. side stated that the focus was on Iran's military command and control systems, headquarters related to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, air defense systems, ballistic missile bases, as well as some naval vessels and anti-ship missile positions. (Central Station reporter Zhang Yingzhe)
On March 1, 2023, the U.S. military conducted airstrikes in Iran targeting military command and control systems, IRGC headquarters, and missile bases. The operation involved B-2 stealth bombers, fighter jets, and naval vessels, while ensuring that no Iranian nuclear facilities were included in the targets. Missile defense systems were also deployed to counter potential retaliatory actions.
- U.S. military conducted airstrikes on Iranian military targets.
- Targets included command and control systems, IRGC headquarters, and missile bases.
- No Iranian nuclear facilities were targeted during the operation.
- Various aircraft and naval vessels were involved in the operation.
- Patriot and THAAD missile defense systems were deployed to intercept potential retaliatory strikes.