Editorial: Israel - Iran Conflict

EDITORIAL 

The Israel-Iran Conflict: A Proxy War On The Edge Burning 
The Israel-Iran conflict is a deep-rooted and complex confrontation fueled by ideological hostility, regional rivalry, and nuclear tensions. Since Iran's 1979 Islamic Revolution, the country has adopted an anti-Israel stance, supporting proxy groups like Hezbollah and Hamas, while Israel views Iran’s nuclear ambitions and regional influence as existential threats.

Rather than direct warfare, the conflict largely plays out through proxy battles, cyberattacks, and covert operations. Israel has targeted Iranian positions in Syria and disrupted Iran’s nuclear program through sabotage and assassinations. Tensions reached a new high in 2024 after Israel struck Iran’s consulate in Syria, prompting Iran’s first-ever direct missile attack on Israeli territory.

The United States plays a central role in backing Israel, while Iran strengthens ties with Russia and China. The conflict’s regional effects include civilian casualties, political instability, and obstacles to peace efforts like the Abraham Accords.

Three possible futures include continued proxy containment, diplomatic breakthroughs, or full-scale war—with the last posing catastrophic consequences. The editorial calls for global mediation, regional dialogue, and strategic restraint to avoid further escalation in a fragile Middle East.

       Ruthie
 _Editor in Chief_

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