Could the Israel-Iran war lead to regional peace? - The Hill That would also, of course, risk catastrophic escalation, with possible attacks by Iran on American bases in the region, or a rocket that causes major loss of life in Israel turbo-charging the war
The Israel-Iran Conflict of 2025: A Comprehensive Analysis of . . . The conflict has demonstrated both the potential for rapid escalation and the constraining factors that may prevent it from expanding into a global war The U S response has reflected the complex political dynamics within American society, with significant bipartisan opposition to direct military involvement despite broad support for Israel
Red Lines Crossed: Iran, Israel, and the Global Consequences . . . Israel responds with overwhelming force A full-scale regional war draws in the United States, risks direct Saudi-Iranian confrontation, and shatters already tenuous regional alliances 2 Controlled Escalation: Both sides continue tit-for-tat strikes but avoid hitting strategic command or nuclear facilities Oman and Qatar intensify back
Israels attack on Iran could spark a region-wide explosion These governments fear being dragged into a wider war and are advocating for de-escalation and diplomacy But the perception of Israel as the dominant regional power is growing
Escalating Tensions Between Iran and Israel (June 2025 . . . The Iran-Israel confrontation in mid-2025 reflects deeper systemic shifts: the collapse of deterrence norms, regional realignments, and an international environment where great power competition discourages mediation While full-scale war remains avoidable, the risks of escalation and entrenchment are real Strategic Recommendations:
The Israel-Iran Conflict: Q A with RAND Experts | RAND To explore these issues, RAND experts provide insights into the strategic, diplomatic, and economic dimensions of this unfolding crisis From the risks of further escalation to the impact on U S foreign policy and global energy markets, their analysis sheds light on the complexities of this pivotal moment in Middle Eastern geopolitics
Israel’s Regional Gambit: From Deterrence to Dangerous . . . The post-October 7 period has brought a broader regional conflagration that is rapidly redefining the contours of conflict in the Middle East Central to this transformation is the escalation of the Iran-Israel competition from a shadow war into a direct, state-to-state confrontation, a move with far-reaching implications for regional stability and global security