Tensions in the Persian Gulf and broader Middle East escalated dramatically on Thursday when Israel undertook what it said was a “preemptive” attack on Iranian nuclear facilities, and Israeli leaders stated more such attacks would follow. The regional tensions escalated sharply after President Donald Trump publicly doubted that the U.S. and Iran would be able to reach a nuclear accord. Iran’s reaction to theS. and European-led censure of Iran at a key meeting of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors helped fuel the conflict. Tensions are expected to escalate as Iran prepares what is certain to be retaliatory action, although Iran’s target set beyond Israel is not known.
Tensions Escalate as Israel Attacks Iran – The Soufan Center
