An Israeli diplomat has told Newsweek that a large-scale confrontation with Iran was guaranteed to come and called on U.S. President Joe Biden to take direct action against the Islamic. Israel ’s attack on Iranian nuclear facilities and military leadership last week has quickly escalated into the most severe conflict between the two foes in decades. Explore the history, current tensions, and future outlook of the Israel - Iran conflict , including military, political, and nuclear dimensions. For years, the simmering conflict between Iran and Israel played out in the shadows, a silent dance of covert operations and proxy wars. However, the year 2024 witnessed a dramatic shift, a transition from the “grey zone” to a direct and open confrontation . A panel of BBC experts answer your questions on what is happening in Iran - and what could happen if the conflict escalates. The attack on April 14th marked a significant shift in the conflict dynamics between Iran and Israel, as Iran directly targeted Israel with drones and missiles, albeit intercepted by Israeli Defense Forces. This escalation raises concerns about the extent of future confrontations and potential regional repercussions. The Israeli attack on Iran 's nuclear program and military assets and Iran 's responding missile strikes represent a significant escalation in the long-standing tensions between the two nations. RAND experts provide insights into the strategic, diplomatic, and economic dimensions of this unfolding crisis. 2 days ago · TRENDS Research & Advisory has released a new analytical study — Lessons Learned from the Israel - Iran War — which examines the unprecedented military escalation that erupted on June 13, 2025, and led to a fundamental shift in the conflict between the two sides, from a “shadow war” to an open and direct confrontation . Iran faces two clear options: either continue the conflict, which risks direct U.S. Involvement and a broader devastation or accept U.S. Diktat and scrap its nuclear and military ambitions. 2 days ago · Stay on top of Israel - Iran conflict latest developments on the ground with Al Jazeera’s fact-based news, exclusive video footage, photos and updated maps.
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