Iran–Israel Conflict

Current Context : Following Israel’s “Operation Rising Lion” targeting Iranian sites, Iran launched “Operation True Promise 3” in retaliation, escalating regional tensions.

ABOUT CONFLICT DYNAMICS

• Historical Roots:
  • Post‑1979 Iranian Revolution: Iran adopts anti‑Israel stance; severed ties.
  • Proxy engagements: Iran backs groups such as Hezbollah (Lebanon) and Hamas (Gaza).
• Nuclear Dimensions:
  • Israel cites 60 percent enriched uranium found by the IAEA as existential threat; Iran threatens NPT withdrawal.
• Regional Implications:
  • Maritime Security: Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea shipping lanes.
  • Energy Prices: Volatile crude oil markets; India imports ~80 percent of its oil via Hormuz.
  • Diplomatic Balancing: India’s strategic relations with both Iran (Chabahar Port) and Israel (defence cooperation).