International News: The situation in West Asia has become extremely tense. The long-running conflict between Israel and Iran is now on the verge of turning into an open war. Meanwhile, by increasing military deployment in the Middle East, the US has given a clear signal to the world that it will no longer remain a silent spectator.
American patience runs out, Trump's sudden decision to return
Leaving the ongoing G-7 summit in Canada midway, US President Donald Trump's sudden return to Washington has created a stir in global politics. He said in a stern tone, "America's patience is now running out." Iran must surrender unconditionally." Trump also said that the US knows where Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Khamenei, is hiding, and he is an "easy target."
US troops ready, heavy deployment of warplanes
According to a Reuters report, the US has started deploying state-of-the-art fighter planes like the F-16, F-22 and F-35 in the Middle East region. Three senior US officials have confirmed that these planes are being sent as part of "defensive action" to stop drones and missiles. However, experts believe that this could be a preparation for a major military operation.
Panic in Tehran, people fleeing
After Trump's threat, the situation in Iran's capital, Tehran, has started deteriorating rapidly. There is silence in the streets and markets of the city. Crowded areas like the Grand Bazaar are completely closed. Long queues at petrol pumps, hoarding of essential goods, and crowds migrating towards the Caspian Sea clearly indicate that the general public is taking the threat of war seriously.
Fearing digital surveillance, the government imposed technical restrictions
The Iranian government has taken an important step in terms of security. Now government officials and their security personnel have been banned from using any digital devices like mobile phones, smart watches, or laptops. Even the general public has been advised to remove apps like WhatsApp from their phones. It is believed that Israel can plan an attack by tracking these devices.
Will diplomacy be able to save the world?
Given the growing tension between Iran and Israel, it is not difficult to say that the threat of another major war is looming. In such a situation, the litmus test of global diplomacy has begun. Now it remains to be seen whether the world leaders are able to avert war this time or not.
