U.S. Central Command Dismisses Iranian Claims as ‘False,’ Details Ongoing Military Operations
February 5,2026
The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) has strongly refuted a series of claims made by Iranian authorities and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), describing them as “false” and “deliberate misinformation.”
In a statement released amid escalating tensions, CENTCOM rejected assertions that U.S. forces are withdrawing from the region, that an American destroyer had been sunk, that U.S. fighter aircraft had been shot down, and that 100 U.S. Marines had been killed.
“None of these claims are accurate,” the statement emphasized.
According to CENTCOM, U.S. forces are instead intensifying operations, expanding strikes deeper into Iranian airspace. The command reported that American forces have sunk more than 20 Iranian regime vessels using coordinated firepower from air, land, and sea platforms.
Officials further stated that over a four-day period, U.S. operations have significantly reduced Iran’s offensive capabilities, cutting drone launches by 73 percent and ballistic missile launches by 86 percent.
CENTCOM underscored that U.S. military power projection capability remains “unmatched,” asserting that operations are ongoing and aimed at neutralizing threats to regional stability and international security.
The exchange of claims and counterclaims highlights the growing information battle accompanying the broader military confrontation. Analysts note that both sides are seeking to shape domestic and international narratives as tensions continue to rise.
As of now, Iranian authorities have not issued an updated response to CENTCOM’s latest statement. The situation remains fluid, with the international community closely monitoring developments in the region.
