Steve Deace Show EPIC FURY: Clear-Headed Analysis of What's REALLY Happening | Guest: Jordan Schachtel | 3/3/26
Mar 3, 2026
Jordan Schachtel, an independent national security journalist specializing in Middle East and intelligence affairs, joins to analyze Operation Epic Fury. He breaks down strike precision, Iran’s military dynamics, regional fallout, and implications for U.S. strategy. Short, sharp takes on retaliation, leadership vulnerability, and geopolitical signaling.
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Operation Epic Fury Was A Coordinated Decapitating Strike
- Operation Epic Fury was a coordinated U.S.-Israeli daylight strike to degrade Iran's military and missile capabilities.
- More than 100 aircraft launched and the initial Israeli strike targeted Khamenei's palace, reportedly killing 40 top officials per reports discussed by Aaron McIntyre.
U.S. Intel Enabled Israel And Trump Approved The Timing
- U.S. intelligence allegedly provided the lead that enabled Israel's strike and President Trump approved U.S. support, shifting responsibility for timing onto his administration.
- Trump and administration officials framed the action as preemptive to avoid higher U.S. casualties from an imminent Iranian response.
Early Strikes Produced Lopsided Results And Precision Effects
- Jordan Schachtel judged the first days of the operation as beneficial to U.S., Israeli, and Gulf Arab interests, citing precision strikes and lopsided casualties.
- He noted minimal civilian incidents and emphasized destruction of Iran's ability to project force as achieved so far.