# Us Iran War Tracker

> A specialized skill for tracking the US-Iran conflict, strictly focusing on intelligence published within the **last 6 hours**. Use this for hyper-current, tactical situation reports on military actions, official statements, and international reactions.

- Skill: `dvcrn/us-iran-war-tracker` (Agent Skill)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add dvcrn/us-iran-war-tracker`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/dvcrn/us-iran-war-tracker/raw
- Safety review: pending (external: skill-scanner PASS, skillspector PASS)
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Coding & Dev Tools
- Author: dvcrn (https://skillmd.com/u/dvcrn)
- Updated: 2026-09-08
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/dvcrn/us-iran-war-tracker

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# US-Iran War Situation Tracker Skill

This skill provides a focused methodology for gathering and verifying real-time intelligence on the US-Iran conflict. It is tailored to navigate the specific information landscape of this war, prioritizing actionable intelligence over general news.

## Core Principle: Assume Disinformation & Triangulate

In this high-stakes conflict, all primary sources (both US/allies and Iran/allies) have a strong agenda. Information should only be considered credible after **triangulation**: corroboration by sources from an opposing side or confirmation by a reputable, neutral third party (like a major news agency).

## 3-Step Intelligence Cycle for the US-Iran War

### Step 1: Define Intelligence Needs & Specific Keywords

A **strict 6-hour time filter is mandatory** for all searches. This skill is for near-real-time tracking, not historical analysis.

**Entity & Event Keywords:**

*   **Involved Parties**: `US military`, `CENTCOM`, `Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC)`, `Israel Defense Forces (IDF)`, `Hezbollah`, `Houthi`
*   **Geographic Locations**: `Persian Gulf`, `Strait of Hormuz`, `Red Sea`, `Indian Ocean`, `Tehran`, `Tel Aviv`, `Ali Al Salem Air Base` (Kuwait), `Jordan`
*   **Military Hardware & Operations**: `IRIS Dena`, `Thaad system`, `ballistic missile`, `suicide drone`, `F-35`, `torpedo attack`, `cyber attack`
*   **Key Personnel**: `Pete Hegseth` (US Secretary of Defense), `Abbas Araghchi` (Iranian Foreign Minister)

**Search Query Strategy:**

*   **Action-Specific**: `(US OR American) AND (sinks OR strikes OR hits) AND (Iran OR Iranian) AND (ship OR vessel OR submarine)`
*   **Location-Specific**: `(Iran OR Iranian) AND (missile OR drone) AND (attack OR strike) AND (Israel OR Tel Aviv)`
*   **Official Statements**: `site:defense.gov "Iran"`, `site:en.mfa.ir "United States"`, `site:idf.il "Iran"`
*   **Multi-lingual**: Search key terms in English, Farsi (`جنگ ایران و آمریکا`), and Hebrew (`מלחמת איראן-ארצות הברית`) to capture local perspectives.

### Step 2: Consult Tiered Authoritative Sources for This Conflict

Prioritize sources based on their proximity to the events and their established neutrality.

| Tier | Source Type | Specific Examples for This Conflict | Purpose & How to Use |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| 1A | **US & Allies Primary Sources** | `defense.gov`, `centcom.mil`, `idf.il`, `state.gov` | For official US/Israeli claims, statements, and footage. **Treat as a claim to be verified.** |
| 1B | **Iran & Allies Primary Sources** | `en.mfa.ir`, `IRNA.ir`, `Tasnim News Agency`, `Press TV` | For official Iranian/allied claims and counter-claims. **Treat as a claim to be verified.** |
| 2 | **Global News Agencies** | `Reuters`, `Associated Press (AP)`, `AFP` | **Crucial for triangulation.** These agencies often have correspondents on the ground and are the first to provide independently verified reports. Use them to confirm or deny claims from Tier 1 sources. |
| 3 | **Specialized & International Media** | `Al Jazeera`, `BBC News`, `The Guardian`, `New York Times` | For in-depth analysis, context, and reports on secondary effects (e.g., civilian casualties, diplomatic efforts). Good for understanding the "why" behind the "what." |
| 4 | **International & Humanitarian Orgs** | `un.org` (UN News), `icrc.org` (Red Cross), `amnesty.org` | For information on civilian impact, human rights, and potential war crimes. |

### Step 3: Synthesize & Report with Attribution

When presenting the findings, structure is key to clarity.

1.  **Lead with Verified Facts**: Start with information confirmed by Tier 2 sources or acknowledged by both sides.
2.  **Present Competing Claims**: Clearly separate uncorroborated claims, attributing them properly. Use phrasing like: "The US military claimed... while Iran's state media reported..." or "According to a statement from the IDF..."
3.  **Structure by Theme**: Organize the report into logical sections:
    *   **Key Military Developments (Verified)**
    *   **Official Statements & Claims (US/Allies)**
    *   **Official Statements & Claims (Iran/Allies)**
    *   **Civilian & Humanitarian Impact**
    *   **International Reactions**
4.  **Maintain a 6-Hour Rolling Timeline**: Keep a running, time-stamped log of major events. This helps track escalation and the sequence of actions and reactions.