Iran fires on targets across the Mideast while Israel and US hit Tehran as war nears end of 5th week - AP News
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Iran and Israel escalate military strikes across the Middle East with no ceasefire in sight.
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Iran has launched attacks on targets across the Middle East while Israel and the United States have conducted strikes against Tehran, escalating a cycle of military confrontation with no clear path toward de-escalation. The strikes represent a continuation of direct exchanges between Iran and Israel that have intensified over recent months, drawing the US deeper into regional hostilities. The ongoing volleys underscore the risk of the conflict expanding beyond Israel's borders and destabilizing a broader swath of the Middle East. Neither side has indicated willingness to halt military operations, suggesting the conflict will remain volatile in the near term. The trajectory raises the possibility of further escalation and potential involvement of additional regional actors.
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