Middle East conflict and global shifts persist six months after strikes on Iran

Six months after joint US and Israeli airstrikes against Iranian military targets, the confrontation continues without a clear resolution, maintaining pressure on global energy markets and maritime trade routes. Despite sustaining extensive military damage, Tehran retains strategic leverage through its influence over the Strait of Hormuz.

According to policy analysts, the upcoming phase of the confrontation will be determined by whether diplomatic engagement can resume, the long-term effectiveness of Western economic sanctions, and evolving alliances between Washington, Beijing, and Moscow. Meanwhile, regional commentators, including diplomat Zef Mazi, note that localized friction—such as Balkan disputes regarding the Ibër River—mirrors these broader shifts in global power dynamics.

Sources: BalkanWeb, Gazeta Tema, Koha