Bbc US-Iran Conflict Escalates with New Military Strikes and Damage to Iranian Bases
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- •Over 50 Iranian military bases have been damaged by US strikes since February 28, 2026.
- •President Trump has vowed to escalate attacks if no peace deal is reached.
- •Iran has accused the US of targeting civilian infrastructure, claiming it constitutes a war crime.
The US military has launched a new series of strikes against Iranian military targets, escalating tensions in the ongoing conflict that began on February 28, 2026. Satellite images reveal that over 50 Iranian military bases, including key facilities of the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps, have been heavily damaged. US officials report hitting more than 13,000 targets in Iran since the war's inception. Recent attacks were prompted by the downing of a US helicopter, leading to retaliatory strikes from both sides. Despite a fragile ceasefire, President Trump has threatened further military action if peace negotiations fail. Iran has accused the US of committing war crimes by targeting civilian infrastructure. The situation remains volatile, with ongoing military exchanges and diplomatic efforts continuing amid the conflict.
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