Eleven Nights of Escalation: What's at Stake in the Strait of Hormuz The United States has carried out airstrikes against Iran for 11 consecutive nights, escalating a conflict that began after the breakdown of a June 17 memorandum of understanding between the two sides.
The US Central Command (CENTCOM) claims these strikes aim to degrade Iran's ability to threaten commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. However, the reality is more complex.
While public attention focuses on control of this strategic waterway, a closer look reveals broader implications.