Tensions between the United States and Iran have surged after Iran’s Revolutionary Guard claimed it struck 21 U.S. military targets across the Middle East in retaliation for recent American strikes near the Strait of Hormuz. The IRGC said key facilities in Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan were targeted, including alleged F-35 shelters and command centers at Al-Azraq Air Base. The escalation followed U.S. strikes ordered after the downing of an American Apache helicopter. Washington says its actions were defensive, while Tehran has warned of a “crushing and decisive” response if further attacks occur.