Iran US War Latest: Trump Launches Strikes to 'Punish' Tehran After Deaths of Two US Service Members The latest round of tit for tat between the US and Iran has brought the region to a boiling point, with President Donald Trump launching airstrikes against Iranian targets after two American service members were killed in a drone and missile attack on a base in Iraq.
While the rhetoric from both sides has been fiery, it's worth examining the underlying dynamics at play.
Trump's approach to Iran is rooted in his signature policy of "maximum pressure," which involves imposing economic sanctions and military pressure on Tehran over diplomatic engagement or compromise.