Eleven nights of U.S. strikes on Iran aim to cripple its ability to threaten shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, sparking fears of nuclear retaliation as Tehran warns against targeting its underground enrichment sites. Despite a ceasefire in April, hostilities reignited with both sides battling for control of the vital waterway — while Iran accuses the U.S. of endangering global trade by attacking commercial vessels. Neighboring Gulf states scramble to defend against Iranian drones and missiles, and global fuel prices rise as tankers reroute to avoid Houthi threats. The U.S. is now spending nearly $37.5 billion — and the world watches as tensions spiral toward a wider regional war.

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