Iran has declared a prior peace deal null and void, framing the current conflict as an “existential war” in response to recent US military attacks. These attacks, announced Wednesday night, targeted locations within Iran, with reported explosions occurring in Bandar Abbas, Chabahar and Ahvaz. The escalation follows a period of heightened tension between the two nations. Details regarding the specific targets and the extent of the damage remain limited. This announcement signals a significant hardening of Iran’s position and a potential broadening of the conflict. The US has not yet officially commented on Iran’s declaration, but the strikes represent a clear demonstration of force. The situation raises concerns about wider regional instability.