politics
March 12, 2026
US-Israel war on Iran: How a regional conflict could reshape the global order
The US-Israel campaign against Iran signals a new era where power replaces international law – and nuclear deterrence becomes the ultimate guarantee.
TL;DR
- The war against Iran is seen as a culmination of regional upheaval since the Cold War's end, marking a transformation in the Middle East.
- The conflict signifies a move towards a global order where power and strength are explicitly celebrated as the primary instruments, replacing international legal norms.
- US and Israeli actions are increasingly justified by necessity and strength, bypassing international institutions and procedures.
- Israel's targeted killings of Iranian leaders set a precedent, potentially shifting the view of nuclear weapons from deterrence to a guarantee of political survival.
- The US approach, favoring bilateral confrontations over multilateral institutions, encourages countries to strengthen their military capabilities.
- A new regional framework in Western Asia might emerge, characterized by Israel's military dominance and strengthened financial ties with Gulf monarchies.
- The long-term consequences of dismantling Iran's influence remain uncertain, with potential for instability akin to post-invasion Iraq.
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