War and Order: The US–Israeli War on Iran and the Future of the Middle East

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This article asks: How does the 2026 US–Israeli war on Iran aim to reshape the Middle East order? It argues that the war is part of a broader effort to reorganize regional power by weakening major states, controlling strategic resources, and limiting Iran’s influence. In response, Iran seeks to turn the war into an opportunity to secure political and economic gains. It situates the conflict within its broader geopolitical context, unpacks the strategic logic driving the war, and assesses Iran’s adaptive response and its implications for the regional order. The article concludes that the war could lead to major regional changes, but its final outcome remains uncertain.