Following six weeks of intense bombardment, Iran remains capable of significant retaliation, launching 100 waves of strikes under Operation True Promise 4. Finding no strategic advantage and facing mounting expenses, the U.S. has pivoted away from Operation Epic Fury. Instead, Washington has shifted towards a total naval blockade and comprehensive sanctions in hopes of crippling the Iranian economy and forcing a surrender.
Despite blockades and sanctions, export volumes fell by 50%, yet revenue increased by 40% due to rising oil prices.