Iran holds firm after a month of war — but what comes next is 'murky'
Iran has proven to be more resilient than anticipated in its retaliation against the US and its allies, targeting Gulf states and US bases in the Middle East. The conflict has caused thousands of deaths and global economic pain, with a murky outlook for a resolution.
Iran has targeted Gulf states and US bases in its retaliation. A new front has opened in Lebanon after Iran-aligned Hezbollah launched strikes against Israel. Thousands of people have been killed across the Middle East, including 3,300 in Iran. The war has caused global economic pain, with fuel prices soaring and mass air travel disruptions. The US and Israel's goals in Iran are scattered, while Iran is pursuing a regime survival strategy. The conflict has been more disruptive to the world than most wars this century in terms of economic security.
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