Iran has intensified its attacks despite ongoing strikes by Israel and the United States, targeting U.S. military installations across the Middle East with missiles and drones. According to the New York Times, 13 U.S. bases in Gulf countries have been destroyed, rendering them completely uninhabitable. Communications systems, airfield infrastructure, and oil pipelines at these sites have been severely damaged, causing significant financial losses and operational disruptions for the U.S. military.
The continuous Iranian strikes have forced U.S. personnel to vacate hotels and offices near the affected bases. Senior officials revealed that parts of the U.S. forces have shifted to a remote warfare posture, a measure that could have long-term implications for American military presence and operations in the Gulf region.
On February 28, the United States and Israel conducted joint strikes on Iran, resulting in the deaths of several key leaders, including Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. As of Friday, the conflict has entered its 27th day, with tensions continuing to escalate across the region.
Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump has been attempting to pursue peace talks with Iran. Iran had previously announced a five-day suspension of attacks on power and fuel facilities, which has now been extended for an additional ten days. The ongoing military and diplomatic developments have raised concerns over regional security and the stability of U.S. operations in the Gulf.