- 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.
- Trump considered a potential return to war with Iran, holding talks with the Joint Chiefs of Staff regarding strikes.
Officials intensify operations against Iran.
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Updated Aug 16
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What happened
Officials intensify operations against Iran.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Military leadership directed operations against Iran.1 source
Administration allegedly conducts unauthorized war in Iran.1 source
Intensification of operations against Iran involving the Joint Chiefs of Staff.1 source
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Joint Chiefs of Staff
body of senior uniformed leaders in the U.S. Department of Defense who advise the President on military matters
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