US and Iran have a long, complicated history, spanning decades before US strikes on nuclear sites

US and Iran have a long, complicated history, spanning decades before US strikes on nuclear sites • Kentucky Lantern

People observe fire and smoke from an Israeli airstrike on an oil depot in Tehran, Iran, on June 15, 2025. (Photo by Stringer/Getty Images)With the U.S. bombing of three nuclear sites in Iran, relations between the two countries have arguably reached one of the lowest points in modern times. But the bad blood between the two countries isn’t new: The U.S. and Iran have been in conflict for decades – at least since the U.S. helped overthrow a demo…

The Long Complicated History Of How Iran And US Became Enemies

Understanding The US And Iran's Long And Complicated History

People observe fire and smoke from an Israeli airstrike on an oil depot in Tehran, Iran, on June 15, 2025. Stringer/Getty Images With the U.S. bombing of three nuclear sites in Iran, relations between the two countries have arguably reached one of the lowest points in modern times. But the bad blood between the two countries isn’t new: The U.S. and Iran have been in conflict for decades – at least since the U.S. helped overthrow a democracy-mind…

US and Iran have a long, complicated history, spanning decades before US strikes on nuclear sites

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A Timeline of Tensions: U.S.–Iran Relations Across the Decades

The relationship between the United States and Iran has been defined by mistrust, miscalculations, and moments of intense confrontation. What began as a partnership during the early 20th century evolved into one of the most enduring geopolitical rivalries of the modern era. The following timeline offers an in-depth look at the key moments that shaped […] The post A Timeline of Tensions: U.S.–Iran Relations Across the Decades appeared first on TF…

Intervention and Escalation: A Long, Complicated History between the U.S. and Iran

This dangerous moment recalls the darkest days of U.S.-Iranian tensions. By Matthew A. McIntoshPublic HistorianBrewminate The story of The post Intervention and Escalation: A Long, Complicated History between the U.S. and Iran appeared first on Brewminate: A Bold Blend of News and Ideas.