War at Sea: The Escalating Stalemate Between Iran and the US The latest round of tit for tat attacks in the Persian Gulf has left many wondering if we're witnessing a new chapter in the ongoing conflict between Iran and the United States.
On one hand, the IRGC's claim to have struck two American vessels and eight oil tankers may seem like an escalation, but on closer inspection, it reveals a more complex dynamic at play.
The US military's decision to destroy five Iranian crude oil tankers in response to ballistic missile attacks on an American warship has been characterized as a bold move by some.