**WORLD IN WAITING: Next Potential Moves, Outcomes in the Middle East**

Tensions escalate as the Israel-Iran conflict enters its second week, with no signs of abating. In Tel Aviv, sirens blared today as sunbathers fled from a beach, while Iranian missiles streaked through the sky, intercepted by Israel’s anti-missile systems. The stakes are perilously high, with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declaring the fight against Iran an existential battle—one that Israel is prepared to wage for as long as necessary.

The most significant attack today targeted the northern port of Haifa, where over 20 missiles struck, leaving several injured. Concurrently, Iran launched missiles at southern Israel, hitting critical military-linked sites. In response, Israeli forces executed around 50 bombing runs in the past 24 hours, claiming to have destroyed half of Iran’s missile launch sites and nuclear-related facilities.

The international community is on edge as U.S. President Donald Trump convenes with his national security team, weighing military options against Iran. Trump has hinted at a two-week deadline for negotiations, but analysts warn that military action could come sooner. The U.S. Air Force has indicated that no options, including tactical nuclear strikes, are off the table.

Yet, the clock is ticking. Israel’s economy is under strain from the ongoing conflict, and military analysts suggest they have a limited window of operational effectiveness before facing significant economic repercussions. Meanwhile, Iran remains defiant, rejecting U.S. demands for nuclear disarmament and rallying support from allies like Russia and China.

As the situation unfolds, the world watches, bracing for potential escalation. The time for decisive action is drawing near, and the consequences of inaction could be catastrophic. The question remains: how will the U.S. and its allies respond to this rapidly deteriorating situation?