The United States has bombed Iran for a tenth consecutive night as of July 21, 2026, following the killing of American soldiers in Jordan and Iraq. Washington continues to demand an end to Iranian attacks on vessels in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. In response, Iran has declared it is at "full scale war" with the US.
Experts warn that the conflict appears trapped in a "cycle of enhanced risk," with no straightforward path to de-escalation. Despite the heightened tensions, both countries have shown some indications of seeking to reduce hostilities.
The ongoing exchanges underscore the fragile and volatile situation in the Middle East, involving key locations such as Jordan, Iraq, and the Strait of Hormuz.
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