A former top diplomat sounds the alarm on spiraling Iran-US-Israel hostilities, deeming today pivotal amid widespread strikes. Veena Sikri’s insights reveal a region on the brink, with Iran’s campaign hitting Israel, Oman, Kuwait, and beyond.
Catastrophic disruptions include Dubai’s paralyzed airport and Hormuz chokepoint, battering global supply chains. Timing is suspicious post-Geneva talks, which Sikri calls a smokescreen for Israel’s assault, now US-backed, felling Khamenei.
Moderate Pezeshkian helms the interim council as IRGC pushes retaliation. Trump signals all-out American force. Sikri weighs if vengeful surge—despite heartbreaking child deaths—or defensive restraint wins out to preserve Iran’s populace and finances.
Broader salvos strike Gulf allies including Saudi bases, fueling uncertainty despite stern words. Oil surges loom, set to tank markets. Airspace blackouts cripple commerce, fostering gloom. Sikri stresses watching today’s unfolds closely for stability clues.