As the conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran enters its third week, the economic impacts are becoming increasingly apparent. The war has intensified attacks on key economic structures in the Middle East, including energy facilities, airports, and data centers, aimed at destabilizing oil and gas markets and economically pressuring Washington's allies in the region. Data from Bloomberg, analyzed from the conflict tracking organization ACLIDE, shows that since the war escalated against Iran, there have been 823 Iranian airstrikes reported, with air defenses intercepting 483 of these. In contrast, the U.S. and Israel conducted 1,879 strikes during the same period, including 1,661 by Israel and 218 by the U.S., with air defenses managing to intercept at least 73 attacks.

The analysis underscores a significant shift in Iran's targeting strategy, which has transitioned from exclusively military sites to focusing on economic and civilian infrastructure. This change indicates a deliberate attempt to disrupt energy markets and disturb economic activities within the region. The implications of this evolving conflict are profound, as continued economic instability could lead to wider geopolitical ramifications, further complicating the relationships between regional powers and their international allies.