When a war chopper falls from the sky, the hit back is often fast and loud. It changes all things for the people on the ground.

WHAT HAPPENED

On Tuesday, U.S. planes hit several of Iran's war bases. This was a direct hit back after Iran shot down a U.S. Apache helicopter.

President Trump said the move shows what the U.S. army can do. He wants Iran to know that attacking U.S. pilots will lead to a hard hit back.

This fight comes after a long time of bad blood and direct combat between the two sides. It is one of the most direct attacks we have seen in years.

WHAT THE EVIDENCE SHOWS

1 U.S. Apache helicopter was shot down.

• Many of Iran's war bases were hit on Tuesday.
• The strikes took place at several spots in the area.
• President Trump gave the direct order for the attack.
• This follows months of high tension between the two sides.

THE BIGGER QUESTION

We have to ask if these strikes stop the fighting or just start a bigger war. Is a "message" worth the risk of a full-scale battle that could cost many lives?

People are tired of "forever wars." We should wonder if there is a way to stay safe without dropping more bombs.

WHAT HAPPENS NOW

This move could make gas prices go up or lead to more attacks on U.S. troops. Families with loved ones in the army are now waiting to see if this turns into a long war.

Regular people in both lands will feel the stress of this move. It makes the world feel a lot less safe today.

WHAT WE STILL DON'T KNOW

1. Were any U.S. pilots killed or taken in the crash?
2. How many people died in the strikes on the bases?
3. Will Iran strike back again this week?