What's happened
The US plans additional strikes on Iran-linked targets in Syria and Iraq following retaliatory strikes in response to a drone attack that killed three US soldiers in Jordan.
Why it matters
The story is significant as it highlights escalating tensions between the US and Iran, with potential implications for the wider Middle East.
What the papers say
Business Insider UK emphasizes the need to signal Iran as a potential target to induce uneasiness, while NY Post and Axios report on the US planning further strikes to send a clear message to Iran. The Independent provides the Iraqi government's warning about the potential destabilization of the Middle East due to the US airstrikes.
How we got here
The US carried out retaliatory strikes against Iran-linked targets in Syria and Iraq in response to a drone attack that killed three US soldiers in Jordan.
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