Recent US military strikes on Iran and Iran's retaliatory actions have concluded, creating a precarious situation that is neither war nor peace. Despite a cessation of hostilities, no formal peace deal exists, and military buildups persist. Notably, President Trump's actions lacked legal justification, deviating from standard authorization practices. The longstanding US-Iran relationship has been characterized by continuous conflict since 1979, marked by sanctions that have normalized hostile policies against Iran, contrasting with other countries like Cuba and Russia due to Iran's geopolitical context.
The United States has never declared war on Iran, yet it has continuously been at war with the nation since the 1979 overthrow of the US-backed shah.
The American administration's recent strikes on Iran lack legal authority, as it did not utilize the typical justification of the 2001 Authorization for Use of Military Force.
The state of perpetual sanction and hyper-surveillance on Iranian citizens and the Iranian state has distorted legal norms and justified aggressive actions taken by the US.
Sanctions against Iran in the post-9/11 era have a unique character, differing significantly from the sanctions imposed on Cuba, China, or Russia.
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