Strait of Contention: The US Iran Conflict Enters a New Phase The fragile truce between the United States and Iran has collapsed, leaving many wondering if the region is on the brink of all out war.
The US Central Command's announcement that it targeted Iranian forces responsible for last week's attack in Jordan that killed two American service members marks the latest escalation in a conflict marked by escalating tensions and provocative statements from both sides.
The US Iran conflict has been simmering for months, with each side trying to assert its dominance in the region.