US Strikes Near Tehran as Iran Fires Back at Gulf Allies

The United States has intensified its military campaign against Iran, striking targets near Tehran and hitting a ship it accused of violating a naval blockade. Iran retaliated by launching missiles and drones at US allies in the Gulf region. Six consecutive days of back-and-forth attacks now threaten to escalate into an all-out war. The conflict also casts serious doubt on an interim peace deal signed last month, which was intended to lead to a permanent resolution. The latest strikes mark a significant expansion of the conflict, bringing fighting closer to Iran’s capital. Meanwhile, experts warn that the ongoing chaos in the strategic Strait of Hormuz remains unresolved.