American forces hit Iran again on Monday, marking 10 consecutive nights of escalating back-and-forth attacks — as well as the 34th day of the 60-day ceasefire the two sides signed in June.
The US Central Command continues to focus its efforts on Iranian military command centers, maritime capabilities, missile and drone launch sites, and air defense systems.
Iran, meanwhile, keeps firing missiles and drones at Arab countries, saying it is targeting US assets in the region.
Though the fighting remains somewhat limited for now, there is always the possibility of further escalation. Two US soldiers were killed in an Iranian attack in Jordan over the weekend, while another died in Iraq.
To the surprise of some, Israel has sat on the sidelines for this round of fighting. Iran has attacked next door in Jordan, but so far hasn’t fired on the Jewish state.
There is no guarantee that will remain the case. In the security meeting convened by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday night, defense officials told the forum that there is an active debate in Tehran over whether to bring Israel into the line of fire.
But for now, Israel is watching closely from the sidelines.
Published originally on July 21, 2026.
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