Conflict Spreads Across Middle East Amid Iran Strikes

Since late February 2026, the Middle East has faced a severe military crisis.

It began with Operation Epic Fury, a joint U.S.-Israel strike that killed Iran's Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei.

Iran responded by launching massive drone and missile attacks against Israel and several U.S.-allied nations.

A major consequence was the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which triggered a global energy crisis and sent fuel prices soaring.

The humanitarian toll has been devastating, with over one million people displaced in Lebanon alone.

Although the United Nations has attempted to intervene, geopolitical divisions have hindered a unified global response.

On April 8, 2026, a temporary two-week ceasefire was brokered by Pakistan.

However, this truce remains fragile; while the U.S. and Iran have paused direct hostilities, Israel continues its military campaign against Hezbollah in Lebanon.

Diplomatic talks are scheduled to begin in Islamabad on April 10, 2026.