- The US-Iran conflict is driving up energy prices and prompting negotiations to ease shipping restrictions through the Strait of Hormuz.
- U.S. forces targeted Iranian assets near the Strait of Hormuz.
- High-ranking military officials, including Dan Caine, surveyed regarding the prospect of war in Iran and the potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz due to a ramped-up campaign against Iran.
- US military officials discuss risks and escalation plans regarding Iran, amid Patriot usage and production limits.
Dan Caine, Donald Trump, and CSIS warned of conflict risks and missile depletion following the order for a U.S.-Israeli attack on Iran.
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Updated Aug 19
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What happened
Dan Caine, Donald Trump, and CSIS warned of conflict risks and missile depletion following the order for a U.S.-Israeli attack on Iran.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.CSIS advises on U.S. policy shifts as operations against Iran are reviewed.1 source
The order for a U.S.-Israeli attack on Iran was issued amid warnings of prolonged conflict and missile stock depletion.1 source
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The entities involved
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Dan Caine
U.S. Air Force general (born 1968)
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
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Center for Strategic and International Studies
American think tank in Washington, D.C.
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