US Escalates Airstrikes as Iran-US War Intensifies
US Defense Secretary Hegseth declares Iran's defense industry 'nearly destroyed' as six service members killed in Iraq plane crash amid second week of conflict.
Washington - As the conflict between the United States and Iran enters its second week, US Defense Secretary Peter Hegseth has announced that the US is ramping up airstrikes against Iran in the coming days. Hegseth stated that Iran's defense industry is 'nearly destroyed' due to the sustained bombardment.
The escalation in strikes comes as six US service members were confirmed killed in a plane crash in Iraq on Wednesday. While the cause of the crash is still under investigation, military officials have assured that it was not due to enemy action.
The ongoing conflict between the US and Iran was sparked by the targeted killing of Iranian general Qasem Soleimani in a drone strike on January 3rd. Iran responded with missile attacks on US bases in Iraq, leading President Trump to threaten further retaliation.
In his remarks, Secretary Hegseth stated that the US strikes have been 'methodically destroying' Iran's military capabilities, including its air defenses, missile sites, and command and control infrastructure. He expressed confidence that the US would continue to dominate the air war in the coming days.
However, the tragic loss of life in the Iraq plane crash underscores the human toll of the conflict. Military officials have not yet released the identities of the six service members killed, but have promised a thorough investigation into the incident.
As the war enters its second week, both the US and Iran appear dug in for a prolonged conflict. Analysts warn that further escalation could have devastating consequences for the region and the global economy. The world will be watching closely to see how the situation unfolds in the coming days and weeks.
Source: Deutsche Welle
