Escalating military actions between the US, Israel, and Iran are pushing the Middle East into uncharted territory. With recent strikes targeting Iranian figures and Hezbollah strongholds, experts warn the conflict could spiral into broader regional instability—or even reshape global energy markets. 🔥
In a Hub panel discussion hosted by Wang Guan, analysts dissected the crisis. James Dorsey (Rajaratnam School of International Studies) highlighted Tehran’s “calculated brinkmanship,” while Joshua Landis (University of Oklahoma) noted Israel’s “security-first posture” amid rising public pressure. Wang Jin (Northwest University) warned of “proxy war risks,” and economist John Gong flagged potential oil price shocks. ⚡️
Key questions loom: Will Washington dial back support? Can Tehran avoid direct war? And how will this impact Asia’s energy-dependent economies? Stay tuned as we track this high-stakes geopolitical chess match. 🕵️♂️🌐
