In a dramatic shift, an expert has warned that the recent military clash between Iran and Israel could mark the most dangerous moment in the Middle East since the Gaza conflict erupted in October 2023. Professor Niu Xinchun from the China-Arab States Research Institute at Ningxia University explained that unlike previous confrontations—mainly involving Israel and non-state groups—this conflict pits two major sovereign military powers head-to-head.
Niu stressed that the situation is growing even more volatile with fresh involvement from the United States. Initially, Washington urged Iran to steer clear of targeting US military facilities and maintained a stance of non-interference. However, the US has since moved to assist Israel in strengthening its air defense systems against potential Iranian missile strikes, a development that may provoke further retaliation against American military bases across the region.
The professor warned that the coming days could be extremely dangerous for the entire Middle East. This high-stakes scenario, reminiscent of a real-life blockbuster thriller, reminds us that global events can escalate in the blink of an eye. ⚠️
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Expert: Iran-Israel clash puts Middle East in 'most dangerous' moment
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