Escalation Without Endgame: The Futility of US Iran Conflict The latest bout of tit for tat strikes between the United States and Iran has left two American soldiers dead in Jordan, raising the death toll to 16 on the US side.
As the conflict enters its ninth consecutive day, it's becoming increasingly clear that neither side is willing to back down. The most striking aspect of this conflict is its lack of restraint.
Both sides have been accused of targeting critical infrastructure, including power plants and water treatment facilities.