Iran no longer a 'very strong, powerful terrorist state' after Operation Epic Fury, Leavitt says
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt claimed that Iran's leadership is still in contact with the US and is interested in making a deal
Assessment
Leavitt's claim that Iran is no longer a very strong, powerful terrorist state after Operation Epic Fury signals a shift in US administration rhetoric. The assertion that Iran's leadership remains in contact and interested in a deal suggests ongoing diplomatic channels, though the substance and viability of any potential agreement remain unclear.