Middle East War Escalates: US-Saudi Strikes in Iraq, Iran Retaliation, and Global Shipping at Risk

The US military has completed a heavy wave of strikes against Iran, targeting dozens of Revolutionary Guard sites including military command centers, after a days-long pause in hostilities. This escalation followed a surprise Iranian missile attack on US forces in Jordan, pushing the region back toward all-out war. Brent crude surged 7.3% to $88 a barrel on the news, directly impacting global energy costs for consumers...