US Keeps Striking Iran for 13th Night
US forces attacked Iran for a 13th straight night. Iran responded with drone strikes on US targets in the Gulf.
Iran also criticized a US plan. The plan would use frozen Iranian money to pay for war damages. The clashes show ongoing direct military conflict between the two countries.
Klear Note — The US and Iran have had tense relations for decades. Direct military strikes between them are rare and serious.
Key Terms 2
- frozen Iranian assets Iranian money held by other countries that Iran cannot access.
- the Gulf A sea region between Iran and Arab countries like Saudi Arabia.