US and Iran exchange strikes across Middle East for second day in a row
The United States and Iran have engaged in reciprocal military strikes across the Middle East for two consecutive days. The escalation follows a breakdown in a two-month-old ceasefire, with both sides reporting damage to military and civilian infrastructure.
Why it matters
This conflict represents a significant escalation in geopolitical tensions that threatens regional stability and global oil markets.
Image source, Bahrain Interior Ministry/X Image caption, Bahrain shared images of damage it said had been caused by falling shrapnel from intercepted Iranian drones early on Thursday
The report balances claims from both the US and Iranian sides, citing official statements from both nations.
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