Israel Strikes Iran: A Calculated Gamble with Global Consequences

Reading Time: 4 minutes In a bold and calculated manoeuvre, Israel has launched targeted airstrikes on Iranian military and nuclear-linked infrastructure, igniting fears of a wider regional conflict that could reverberate far beyond the Middle East. Carried out under the direct leadership of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, this pre-emptive operation marks a significant departure from covert sabotage and cyber campaigns to overt military confrontation. For decades, Israel has sounded alarm bells over Iran’s nuclear programme. Now, with diplomacy stagnant, the war drums have been replaced with precision-guided munitions. The strategic, military and economic implications are immense—not just for Iran and Israel, but for regional powers, global energy markets, and vulnerable trade-dependent nations like Bangladesh. Strategic Doctrine: Israel’s Return to Pre-emption The Israeli military’s assault fits within its long-standing doctrine of mabam—the “campaign between wars” aimed at degrading enemy capabilities while avoiding full-scale conflict. Historically, Israel has not hesitated to strike