U.S. military strikes Iran, while Trump vows more for Tehran's retaliation
The U.S. military and Iran have engaged in a series of retaliatory strikes, escalating tensions in the Middle East. President Trump has stated he will not pursue a new agreement and warned of further military action if Iran retaliates.
Why it matters
Represents a significant escalation in international conflict that impacts global oil markets and domestic U.S. political stability.
WASHINGTON — The U.S. military hit targets in Iran on Tuesday and Tehran fired missiles and drones at various sites across the region in response as hostilities flare once again in an intermittent war that has lasted more than six months. One U.S. strike hit a home hosting a wedding, killing five people and wounding dozens, local officials said.
Middle East conflict Attacks flare between the U.S. and Iran after a monthlong pause U.S. Central Command said in a statement Tuesday evening that it had completed the latest barrage against Iranian military targets including air defense sites, radar systems and maritime assets.
The U.S. strikes followed others on Sunday that abruptly ended a month without military action and threatened to fully reignite a conflict that has spiked global oil prices and posed political problems for Republicans in November's midterm congressional elections.
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