The United States has expanded its military strikes in Iran to the cities of Kermanshah and Andimeshk, both located near the Iraqi border. The move marks a significant widening of the campaign, which until now had focused on other targets. A new poll indicates 53.5% support for a full closure of Iranian airspace by August 31, adding a political dimension to the military escalation.
Kermanshah and Andimeshk targeted
Kermanshah and Andimeshk sit close to the Iraqi frontier, a region that has seen limited direct strikes so far. The expansion brings the conflict closer to Iraq's border, raising questions about potential spillover. Neither city has been previously reported as a target in this round of US operations.
Poll shows majority backing airspace closure
A poll or prediction tracking public sentiment shows 53.5% support for a full closure of Iranian airspace by the end of August. The figure suggests growing appetite for a drastic measure that would effectively ground all civilian and military flights in the country. The deadline of August 31 gives policymakers a narrow window to decide on implementation.
Escalation near the border
The choice of targets near Iraq carries strategic weight. Kermanshah is a provincial capital with key infrastructure, while Andimeshk lies further south along major transit routes. The strikes signal that the US is willing to hit areas that could complicate Iranian logistics near the border. No official statement from Iranian authorities has been released yet on the latest attacks.
The poll's 53.5% figure, while a majority, leaves room for debate. Full airspace closure would be an unprecedented step, and the August 31 date now becomes a focal point for both supporters and opponents of the measure.
