The U.S. military launched airstrikes against Iran’s Revolutionary Guard to retaliate for the deaths of American troops in Jordan.
The U.S. military launched airstrikes on Sunday targeting Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard to retaliate for the killing of American troops in Jordan. These strikes, part of a weeklong campaign, aim to degrade Iran’s ability to control the Strait of Hormuz and punish the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. The conflict intensified following the collapse of a recent interim deal intended to end the war. The strikes damaged Iranian bridges, tunnels, and electrical facilities, while Iranian authorities reported at least 50 people killed and 517 wounded. Regional allies, including Kuwait, Jordan, and Bahrain, activated air defenses to intercept incoming Iranian missiles and drones. While Iran has focused its attacks on U.S.-allied Arab states, Israel warned that the fighting could soon spill over into its territory. The administration's strategy involves targeting coastal areas and infrastructure to compel Tehran to loosen its hold on the Strait of Hormuz. Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei warned of "unforgettable lessons" if the U.S. continues its campaign, as Tehran prepares to suspend its commitments to the failed interim deal.