Al Jazeera English is reporting that escalating US and Israeli attacks against Iran have prompted Iranian retaliation against regional US and Israeli assets. The outlet said it is analyzing the challenges the US faces in securing a quick victory amid questions about the conflict's length and aims. Separately, Al Jazeera English said it is looking at Ali Larijani, a long-time Iranian political insider who has emerged as a prominent figure after the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The outlet also examined the weapons Iran is using in its response to US and Israeli strikes.