The smoke rising from Iran on Saturday signalled more than just a localised escalation in the Middle East. Coming on the heels of the United States’ military invasion of Venezuela earlier this year, the joint US-Israeli strikes on Iran represent a watershed moment for the 21st century. We are witnessing the systematic dismantling of the post-1945 legal order, replaced by the unvarnished “law of the jungle” where strategic interests supersede legality, and the UN Charter is treated as a relic of...

Attack on Iran normalises global descent into the ‘law of the jungle’
The smoke rising from Iran on Saturday signalled more than just a localised escalation in the Middle East. Coming on the heels of the United States’ military invasion of Venezuela earlier this year, the joint US-Israeli strikes on Iran represent a watershed moment for the 21st century. We are witnessing the systematic dismantling of the post-1945 legal order, replaced by the unvarnished “law of the jungle” where strategic interests supersede legality, and the UN Charter is treated as a relic of...

Kataib Hezbollah Drone Attack Strikes US Base in Iraq; Escalation Looms
An Iranian-backed militia's drone strike against a US military installation in Iraq marks a severe escalation in regional tensions. This incident signals a renewed focus on asymmetric warfare tactics by proxy groups in the region.

Iran Escalates Retaliatory Strikes, 19 Dead Across Gulf
Iran's aggressive retaliation has resulted in 19 deaths across nine Gulf states, challenging US and Israeli strategic aims. The intensifying conflict impacts regional stability and tests the resolve of allied Gulf nations.

Over 42,000 Civilian Sites Damaged by US-Israeli Strikes in Iran
The Iranian government reports devastating civilian impacts from US-Israeli operations, escalating tensions in the region. This revelation signals a potential for increased retaliation and broader regional conflict.

Iran Readies for Prolonged War, Rejects US Ceasefire Claims
Iran's Foreign Minister has declared readiness for a long-term conflict with the US, refuting President Trump's assertion of ongoing talks. Rising tensions hint at broader regional conflict risks.