On Thursday, US Central Command launched a series of strikes against Iran

Why in news

US Central Command launched strikes against Iran's IRGC targets in response to Iranian missile assaults, escalating regional tensions.

Background

The US Central Command targeted military command centers and coastal surveillance sites in southern Iran, including Qeshm Island. The strikes targeted the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) following a previous day's Iranian missile attack on US forces.

Facts for Prelims

• BodyUS Central Command (CENTCOM) is the US military command responsible for the Middle East.
• BodyIRGC (Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps) is an elite branch of the Iranian Armed Forces.
• PlaceQeshm Island is a strategic island located in the Persian Gulf.

For Mains

Q. Analyze the impact of escalating military tensions between the US and Iran on regional stability and global energy security.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• regional proxy conflicts
• impact on oil supply chains
• diplomatic de-escalation strategies

Keywords: geopolitical tension · asymmetric warfare · regional stability · deterrence

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