New Delhi, March 17 -- President Donald Trump reportedly chose the name "Operation Epic Fury" from a shortlist of around 20 options, saying it conveyed strength and resolve. Under this operation, the United States, in coordination with Israel, launched a military campaign against Iran on February 28, 2026, employing advanced precision-guided missiles and bunker-buster munitions. Over fifteen days into what remains a largely "troop-less" war-dominated by missile strikes and aerial bombardment causing significant civilian damage-it is instructive to assess the relative military capabilities of the United States, Israel, and Iran.

U.S.-Israeli Technological Edge

The United States deployed a formidable array of advanced weaponry. These incl...