WANA (Oct 09) – In the heart of West Asia, where the shadows of tensions, hostilities, and foreign interference loom large over the lands of this ancient continent, a significant and unanswered question arises: Is a full-scale war between Iran and Israel on the horizon? Will the longstanding conflicts between these two escalate into an all-out war? The existing signs and evidence in this volatile region seem to paint a different picture.

 

In this unfolding narrative, Iran and Israel take centre stage as the main actors. Iran, backed by its allies standing along its borders, and Israel, with its sharp-eyed surveillance and strategic planning. Both sides have their weapons drawn, but will the shooting begin?

 

War can unfold in three forms: land, air, and sea. But let’s delve into these three potential battlegrounds to determine whether these two nations are truly on the brink of a prolonged conflict.

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Act One: Ground War
Eyes are fixed on the horizon. The distance between Iran and Israel, with vast mountains and plains in between, seems like a formidable barrier to any ground invasion. Between these two nations, resistance forces stand like a solid wall, challenging any military advance. Warriors in the deserts and cities, with determined faces, know that this battle extends beyond borders.

 

Act Two: Air War
But can aircraft cross those borders? Here, too, the situation is far from simple. The distance between the two countries poses a logistical challenge for the fuel range of jets and helicopters. In the skies, the air defence systems of both nations and those of Iran’s allies are prepared to respond to any attack. Can modern weapons truly stand against each other?

 

Act Three: Naval War
And now, it’s time for the sea. Here, the complexities are many. The sea can turn into a minefield, and control over the Strait of Hormuz would be a trump card for Iran. Iran’s navy, with the support of Yemeni Houthis, has the capability to secure the waters of the Persian Gulf. Can Israel emerge victorious in this arena?

A woman steps on U.S. and Israeli flags during an anti-Israel gathering in Tehran, Iran, on October 8, 2024. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency)

Iran, with an area of 1,648,195 square kilometres, encompasses a vast and diverse landscape that includes 116,600 square kilometres of water. In contrast, Israel occupies a much smaller area.

 

According to Avigdor Lieberman, former Israeli Defense Minister: “Iran is 74 times larger than us, and its population is nine times greater… In Israel, everything is densely packed in the centre, while in Iran, the distance between the two major cities of Tehran and Mashhad is 900 kilometres… Our situation is completely different from that of Iran!”

 

But the fundamental question remains: Does Israel truly wish to go to war with Iran? If it enters an all-out war, wouldn’t that be equivalent to digging its grave?

 

In this scenario, diplomacy and strategic intelligence seem far more significant than battle and violence. Amid these tensions, everyone understands that war can have catastrophic and unpredictable consequences.

 

As the shadow of war looms over both nations, the hope for peace and dialogue remains alive in people’s hearts, while other countries strive to foster peace and security in the region and prevent the escalation of tensions, which could lead to even graver outcomes.

Iranians burn U.S. and Israeli flags during an anti-Israel gathering in Tehran, Iran, on October 8, 2024. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency)