💨 Abstract

The Associated Press has labeled the ongoing military confrontation between Israel and Iran as a war, citing the extensive scale, intensity, and duration of hostilities. Both nations have engaged in significant military actions, including air campaigns, missile strikes, and targeted assassinations. The AP's decision aligns with their previous classifications of conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza, prioritizing factors like casualty numbers and fighting intensity. The designation of "war" will be re-evaluated based on ongoing developments.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff