What Happened
Tehran Expands Attacks on Regional US Bases and Allies
Iran has adapted to US defenses by employing high-speed, maneuverable missiles in its attacks on regional US bases, highlighting the threat posed by its advancing ballistic missile program. An Iranian missile attack on a base in Jordan resulted in the deaths of two US service members. The People’s Republic of China and Russia are likely supporting Iranian efforts to target US bases, according to US officials. The differing interpretations of the US-Iran MoU regarding the Strait of Hormuz have contributed to the escalation of tensions. This report was first published by the Institute for the Study of War.