US-Iran Conflict: A War Without Clear Purpose or Progress As the eight-week mark approaches since the US and Israel launched a military campaign against Iran, it's becoming increasingly apparent that the conflict is lacking in clear objectives and coherent reasoning. The war, which has been marked by sporadic airstrikes and escalating tensions, has failed to yield significant gains on either side. Despite the high stakes involved, the situation on the ground remains shrouded in uncertainty, leaving many to wonder what the ultimate goals of this conflict are and what the long-term consequences will be. As the international community watches with bated breath, one question remains: what exactly is the US and Israel trying to achieve in this seemingly endless and increasingly complex conflict?


This story appeared in Today, Explained, a daily newsletter that helps you understand the most compelling news and stories of the day. Subscribe here. It’s been just over eight weeks since the US and Israel started a war with Iran for contradictory and incoherent reasons. Virtually nothing about the conflict — except maybe its stakes — has gotten […]