Overview
- The US Air Force’s E-4B Nightwatch touched down at Joint Base Andrews on June 17 following an unconventional flight path from Louisiana under callsign ORDER01, sparking speculation about its purpose.
- Designed as a mobile command centre, the E-4B is shielded against nuclear blasts, electromagnetic pulses and cyberattacks and features advanced communications for presidential and senior leadership use during national emergencies.
- President Trump has publicly demanded Iran’s unconditional surrender but has not yet decided whether to order strikes on its nuclear facilities.
- Ayatollah Ali Khamenei categorically rejected the surrender demand and cautioned that any US military intervention would cause irreparable damage.
- High-level talks are set to begin in Geneva, reflecting ongoing diplomatic efforts after Iran’s defiant response and threat of severe retaliation.