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US-Iran direct military escalation: strikes reported across Syria, Oman, and Gulf states
Le Monde·US · IR · OM·about 11 hours ago
US military bases in Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan remain under recurring attack by Iranian-aligned forces, fueling regional anxiety regarding a potential broader conflict. It remains uncertain whether these strikes represent a sustained low-intensity campaign or a precursor to a significant escalation in hostilities.
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The US and Iran are engaged in an escalating conflict, with reported airstrikes and missile strikes. Confidence in the assessment is medium due to the lack of official confirmation from both sides on the extent of the operations. Key uncertainties include the scope of the US military campaign and the nature of Iran's retaliatory responses.