What Happened in Jordan Has Changed the Course of US-Iran Tensions

Tensions between the United States and Iran have escalated after the United States announced it had carried out strikes against Iran for eight consecutive days. The move came after two American soldiers were killed in Jordan and another was reported missing.

US officials say the strikes are aimed at responding to threats against its military and interests in the Middle East. The government has said it will continue to take defensive measures when necessary.

For their part, Iranian leaders have continued to condemn the attacks and insist that they will not accept military threats. They have also warned that they will respond to any action they deem to be aggression.

Tensions have escalated since a temporary ceasefire collapsed last week. Since then, both sides have seen their military posture increase. TO READ MORE, CLICK HERE.