Archive · 22 Jul 2026
Iran, US Continue Attacks Amid Collapsed Deal
Iran and the United States are fighting each other for the past 10 days.
They are also trying to make a new agreement to stop the fighting.
Pakistan is helping them talk.
The fighting is happening near a very important waterway called the Strait of Hormuz, which is used for shipping.
Both countries are attacking places that regular people use, which is causing problems for many people in the area.
Iran and the US have been attacking each other's bases for 10 days.
Diplomatic efforts are ongoing, with Pakistan acting as a mediator.
Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has largely stalled due to the conflict.
Both sides have targeted civilian infrastructure in the region.
The future of the interim deal between Iran and the US remains uncertain.
- Who
- Iran and the United States
- What
- Continued attacks and diplomatic efforts to salvage a collapsed interim deal
- When
- Ongoing for 10 days
- Where
- Middle East, particularly around the Strait of Hormuz
- Why
- Dispute over regional influence and security concerns
Iran's Perspective
US Perspective
Legitimacy of Attacks
Iran's Perspective
Iran claims its attacks are defensive measures against US aggression and violations of its sovereignty.
US Perspective
The US asserts that its strikes are necessary to protect its interests and allies from Iranian threats.
Diplomatic Efforts
Iran's Perspective
Iran emphasizes the need for a new, fair agreement that respects its rights and addresses its security concerns.
US Perspective
The US pushes for Iran to comply with international norms and cease its support for regional militias.
- Conflict Duration
- 10 days
- Key Mediator
- Pakistan
- Strategic Waterway
- Strait of Hormuz
- Impact on Shipping
- Largely stalled
- Targeted Infrastructure
- Civilian infrastructure in the region