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Iran’s Revolutionary ⁠Guard attacks US bases throughout the Middle East in response to American military strikes on southern ‌Iran as the peace process stares down its latest challenge.

Nations and analysts warn of the danger after a spate of attacks between the US and Iran as the “controlled escalation” risks miscalculation in an already-tense environment.