Tensions in the Middle East Escalating: Can a Bloody Regional War Be Prevented?

tel aviv - Tensions in the Middle East are reaching boiling point as the United States and some Arab countries make a last-ditch effort to prevent a potential bloody war.

The Middle East is on the brink of a deep abyss, with actions of various parties set to determine the future of the region in the coming days. Signs are ominous.

Israel, retaliating against Iran's recent attack, is inevitable. Questions only remain about the timing and extent of the response. With Yom Kippur starting on Friday in Israel, public life will come to a standstill, pushing fighter jets towards Iran in the next few days or after the weekend.

Israel has yet to decide the targets of its strikes. The delay in military action likely indicates disagreement with the United States. Biden wants to avoid Israel targeting Iran's oil or nuclear facilities.

Israel sees this as a prime opportunity to deal a blow to Iran's nuclear program. Engaged in a war already, readiness is high both in the military and among the populace. It will be challenging to mobilize for such an attack in the future.

Uncertainty looms over Israel's ability to hit Iran's underground nuclear facilities without heavy American 'bunker busters'. Israel claims not to seek a regional war; however, such action could trigger one, especially if targeting Iran's oil industry.

An operation against military targets in Iran is a complex endeavor, with potential volatile responses from the ayatollahs. Israeli fighter jets, needing aerial refueling due to the 1500-kilometer distance, may face challenges in airspace access, with Tehran threatening retaliations against assisting countries.

Meanwhile, Foreign Minister Araghchi visits Riyadh on Wednesday. Israeli TV reported Arab countries, along with the US, engaging Iran for a Middle East-wide ceasefire, encompassing Lebanon and Gaza.

Hezbollah is reportedly willing, even without a Gaza truce. It marks a departure from the movement's usual stance, amidst the looming possibility of a regional war.

While little chance exists for a Lebanon ceasefire, Israel seems inclined towards military options, less susceptible to Biden's pressure this close to the US elections. The tension between Biden and Netanyahu is evident, portraying a strained relationship.

The perception of Israel as a 'rogue state' is growing worldwide, as revealed in a new book by renowned journalist Bob Woodward. The deepening divide between Biden and Netanyahu highlights the escalating tensions in the region.