The geopolitical landscape has shifted drastically. What was once a "shadow war" has exploded into an open, direct conflict of historic proportions. The strategy of "strategic patience" has been replaced by a coordinated offensive to dismantle the Iranian regime’s terror infrastructure.
- Operation "Epic Fury": Dismantling the Axis
In late February 2026, United States and Israeli forces launched an unprecedented air and cyber campaign. The central goal: to permanently neutralize the nuclear capabilities and command centers of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), which coordinates global instability. - The End of an Era in Tehran
The most severe blow to the regime was the confirmed death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei during strategic strikes on military complexes in Tehran.
Succession Under Fire: While the regime attempts to reorganize under Mojtaba Khamenei, allied forces are maintaining constant pressure to prevent the restoration of the terror command chain.
Israel's Stance: The Israeli government has made it clear that there will be no retreat until the existential threat posed by the regime and its proxies (Hezbollah and Hamas) is fully eradicated. - Retaliation and Energy Blackmail
In a desperate attempt to survive, the Iranian regime launched waves of ballistic missiles and drones against Israeli territory and allied bases in the region.
Hormuz Blockade: The regime has initiated maneuvers to close the Strait of Hormuz, attempting to use the global oil supply as a hostage to blackmail the West.
Northern Front: In Lebanon, Israel has intensified ground operations to destroy Hezbollah’s tunnels and arsenals, which have been funded for decades by the Iranian regime. - Global Economic Impact
The consequences for international markets were immediate:
Energy Crisis: Oil prices have surged due to the real risk of closure of vital maritime routes.
Financial Insecurity: Global markets are facing extreme volatility as Western democracies prepare for the fallout of a forced regime change in Iran.
The outcome of this conflict will redraw the map of the Middle East and define global security for decades to come.
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