The situation in the Middle East is tense, and the United States retaliated against the attack on the Jordanian tower base. However, the retaliation was not directed at Iran proper, but instead focused on Iranian-armed targets in Iraq and Syria. Recently, the US military launched air strikes on more than 85 targets, using 125 precision-guided missiles. These targets include Iranian-armed command and control stations, intelligence centers, drone depots, and logistics and munitions** facilities. Shiite militia bases and ammunition depots in Iraq were also attacked, resulting in a large number of rockets and missiles being killed.
And in Syria, the airstrikes led to a complete blackout in Deir ez-Zor province, with serious damage to power lines and other infrastructure. This retaliation not only demonstrated the U.S. military's war deterrence, but also exposed the U.S. military's security embarrassment in Syria and Iraq. However, the Iranian armed forces did not sit idly by. They launched a counterattack against the US military by attacking the Tanf base in Syria with drones. The incident once again highlighted the fragile situation in the Middle East and raised questions about the security of the U.S. military in the region. All facilities of the US military in Iraq and Syria are at the highest level of combat readiness.
This is in response to possible further attacks and clashes. However, this also makes tensions in the Middle East even more indestructible, and could trigger a larger military conflict at any time. The purpose of the retaliation was to send a clear signal to Iranian forces that the United States would not tolerate threats to its interests and allies. However, despite the great firepower and combat capabilities displayed by the US military, it cannot change the current volatile situation in the Middle East. Why, then, is war deterrence in the Middle East no longer respected? This is a question that requires us to think deeply.
First of all, the Middle East region has complex religions and has long been in a state of instability. In addition, Iran, as an important power country in the region, is constantly trying to expand its influence and form a confrontation with the United States and its allies. This confrontation further complicates the situation in the Middle East. Secondly, the presence of US troops in Syria and Iraq is itself a sensitive issue. Although the intention of the United States is to fight terrorism and maintain regional security, it has caused a lot of controversy on the ground. Some Iranian-backed militant groups see U.S. troops as invaders and are trying to expel them.
In addition, the security situation in the Middle East has also been affected by the interference and competing interests of other countries. For example, countries such as Russia, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia also play an important role in the region. Their conflicting interests could further destabilize the Middle East. In order to solve the problems of the Middle East, we need more diplomatic efforts and political solutions. Military action can only temporarily alleviate the situation, but not fundamentally solve the problem. All parties should seek consensus through dialogue and negotiation and jointly promote peace and stability in the Middle East.
The situation in the Middle East has always been of great concern, and we hope that through the efforts of all parties, long-term peace and prosperity in the region can be achieved. Only in this way can the people of the Middle East region live in peace and freedom from the threat of war and terrorism.