Iran War Prompts Comprehensive Disclosure of US Decision-Making Details in Ongoing Military Campaign

华尔街见闻 has published what it describes as possibly the most comprehensive disclosure to date of US decision-making details in the Iran war, providing an unprecedented look at how the American military campaign was planned and executed.

The disclosure comes amid escalating hostilities, including the reported loss of two US fighter jets in a single day and Iranian claims that American rescue operations for downed pilots were unsuccessful. The conflict, which began in late February, has disrupted global shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and pushed gas prices up more than 30%.

Iran has implemented a five-tier toll system for ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz based on "friendly relations," while simultaneously threatening to attack major US technology companies starting April 1st. The war has also triggered increased demand for electric vehicles as consumers seek alternatives to volatile gasoline prices.

The detailed US decision-making timeline provides context for the military's strategic choices, including target selection, rules of engagement, and the coordination between the US and Israel. The disclosure sheds light on internal deliberations about escalation risks, including concerns about Iran's nuclear facilities and its integrated air defense network supplemented by Russian and Chinese systems.

Diplomatic efforts have stalled, with Iran refusing to meet US officials in Islamabad and Qatar exiting mediation roles.