#IsraelIranConflict

The ongoing Israel-Iran conflict, a deeply entrenched rivalry, continues to destabilize the Middle East. While direct military confrontations have been historically rare, both nations engage in a protracted shadow war. Iran supports various non-state actors like Hezbollah and Hamas, perceived by Israel as existential threats. Israel, in turn, conducts covert operations and airstrikes against Iranian assets and proxies, particularly in Syria. Recent escalations, including Iran's unprecedented missile and drone attack on Israel in April 2024 and Israel's retaliatory strike, highlight the precariousness of the situation. The core of the conflict lies in Iran's nuclear program and its regional influence, which Israel views with alarm, alongside Iran's stated aim of Israel's destruction. The international community remains deeply concerned about the potential for a wider, devastating regional war.