Justified or not? US military families on fears of Iran war
BBC's North America editor Sarah Smith spoke to Gold Star mum Lynn, whose son died in the Iraq War, and veteran Jeremy.
Coverage by Political Leaning
See how different sides of the spectrum reported this story
Key People
No people linked to this story
Locations
All Coverage
BBC's North America editor Sarah Smith spoke to Gold Star mum Lynn, whose son died in the Iraq War, and veteran Jeremy.
California military families express concerns about the potential for a prolonged conflict with Iran, fearing it could lead to another 'forever war' similar to past Middle East engagements.
Gulf nations express frustration over the U.S. not providing adequate warning before attacks on Iran, highlighting concerns about regional security and the handling of the conflict.
The Republican-led U.S. House of Representatives rejects a War Powers Resolution that aimed to limit President Trump's military actions against Iran without congressional approval.
Similar Stories
Related coverage based on topic and tags
US troops, families adjust to new normal of Iran war - Reuters
US troops, families adjust to new normal of Iran war Reuters
June 7, 2026 at 08:00 PMIran targets US bases in Jordan and the Gulf after Trump orders strikes near Hormuz - Reuters
Iran targets US bases in Jordan and the Gulf after Trump orders strikes near Hormuz Reuters
June 10, 2026 at 03:54 AMWatch: Trump tells BBC Netanyahu did not defy him
In a call with the US president, the BBC’s Sarah Smith asked Trump about the war in Iran and his relationship with the Israeli leader.
June 8, 2026 at 10:34 PMFlip flop or deliberate? - Unpacking Trump’s strategy on Iran
The BBC's Gary O'Donoghue looks at the US president's mixed messaging over the war and the questions it raises.
June 11, 2026 at 08:22 PMSeven-month-old Palestinian killed by Israeli military laid to rest - Reuters
Seven-month-old Palestinian killed by Israeli military laid to rest Reuters
June 6, 2026 at 02:52 PMUS and Iran exchange strikes in Gulf in latest test of ceasefire
The US military says it struck Iranian drones and radar sites. Tehran responds by targeting US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain.
June 6, 2026 at 06:16 AM