What Happened
Escalating Conflict Raises Fears of Full-Scale War
Iran has fired on its Gulf neighbors in retaliation for US military strikes, ending a month-long lull in fighting between the two countries. The US strikes targeted Iranian military sites, including air defense systems, and Iran retaliated with missiles and drones against US bases and allies. The conflict has raised concerns about global oil prices and economic stability, with the price of Brent crude oil climbing above $95. The situation was first reported by the Associated Press.