Iran's Retaliation and Regional Impact

Iran responded with missile and drone strikes targeting critical infrastructure and military installations across the region.

According to [Britannica](https://www.britannica.com/event/2026-Iran-war), Iran's retaliatory strikes specifically targeted vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route.

• Targeted US embassies and military installations

• Attacked oil infrastructure including vessels

• Strikes in the strategic Strait of Hormuz

• Hezbollah involvement in northern Israel operations