Israel and Iran have opened a new chapter in their long history of conflict when Israel launched a major attack with strikes early Friday on Tehran.

The historical evolution of the Iran-Israel conflict from alliance to enmity, proxy warfare to confrontation, reveals a rivalry deeply embedded in the region’s political and ideological fabric.

The drums of conflict in the Middle East have once again captured global attention, with the long-simmering tensions between Israel and Iran reaching a critical point. While headlines often focus on immediate escalations,

In the face of Israel’s far-reaching strikes Friday, it’s not clear that Iran – its longtime foe – has the capacity to muster the furious response that might be expected.

Israel’s prime minister sees himself not only as the protector of Israel, but the saviour of the West. This, he believes, is how he should go down in history, writes former Israeli diplomat Alon Pinka

Israel initiated military strikes inside Iran in the wee hours of June 13. Ordered by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, these precise attacks are set to continue “as long as necessary”. The meticulously planned assault focused on military and governmental targets in Tehran.

Amid escalating tensions following Israel's military strikes on Iran, analysts warn that China may retaliate against the U.S. through Iranian proxies, affecting Middle Eastern dynamics and international relations.