U.S.-Iran Tensions Escalate
Abstract
U.S.-Iran tensions have escalated as the Trump Administration took several significant steps in its campaign of applying maximum pressure on Iran, and Iran responded. U.S. officials state that Iran-linked threats to U.S. forces and interests prompted the Administration to send additional military assets to the region. Yet, President Donald Trump, while warning Iran not to take action against the United States, has said he prefers a diplomatic solution that would lower tensions. Members of Congress have received additional information from the Administration about the causes of the uptick in U.S.-Iran tensions and Administration planning for further U.S .responses. Some in Congress have sought to minimize the potential for the tensions to escalate into conflict.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 13, 2019
- Accession Number
- AD1170145
Entities
People
- Kenneth Katzman
Organizations
- Library of Congress