Middle Eastern tensions are nothing new, but the way the Israel-Iran conflict is going right now is alarming people far and wide. The stakes have never been higher due to the escalating military conflicts, proxies for shadow wars, and the constant fear of nuclear escalation.
From the center of the Middle East, one uneasy concern emerges: Can Israel risk starting a world war?
To put it succinctly, not on purpose. In a lengthy response, though, this is more concerning.
At 8 p.m. ET on June 13, Israel began its air attack against Iran’s nuclear program and leadership.