Since the United States and Israel launched coordinated military operations against Iran on Feb. 28, the war has progressed unevenly. The two countries have gained air superiority over Iran and degraded its offensive capabilities, and Iran’s navy has been unable to challenge U.S. naval forces in the Gulf. At the same time, the United States lost three aircraft to friendly fire, and Iran has struck U.S. military installations and embassies in the region. Israel is absorbing similar attacks, and