US-Iran fighting escalates as explosions heard near US base in Iraq, sirens in Bahrain

Explosions were heard near a US military base in northern Iraq and sirens sounded in Bahrain on Friday, following the US military's completion of its thirteenth night of strikes against Iran. This escalation comes as the conflict between the US and Iran has intensified over the past week. The US has been conducting strikes against Iran, while Iran has attacked ships in the Strait of Hormuz and targeted US assets and allies in the region. The Strait of Hormuz, a vital route for global energy supplies, is central to this renewed fighting, as Iranian attacks could potentially disrupt the waterway, leading to significant global economic consequences.