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Why the Israel-Iran Conflict Will Never End — And Who Actually Profits

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The Israel-Iran conflict is often portrayed as a clash of ideologies, religion, or nuclear ambition. But this narrative barely scratches the surface. Beneath the speeches, the airstrikes, and the diplomatic noise lies a deeper machinery — one powered not by patriotism, but by profit, control, and ancient designs. The war is not simply between two nations, but among systems, empires, and global forces that thrive on permanent instability. It’s a war engineered to last — not to end. 1. Control Over Energy and Resources At its core, the Israel-Iran conflict revolves around control of the Middle East’s most critical resource: energy. Iran sits atop massive reserves of oil and gas, while Israel has emerged as a key player in the Eastern Mediterranean gas fields. The tension prevents Iran from developing independent export infrastructure, and Israel’s Western alliances ensure pipelines and deals bypass Iranian routes. Keeping Iran isolated maintains monopoly-like control over glo...

Operation Sky Vengeance: 1969, Vietnam – Phantoms vs. MiGs in a High-Stakes Duel

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The Vietnam War was a battleground not only for soldiers on the ground but also for pilots who waged fierce battles in the skies. Among the most intense aerial encounters of the war was Operation Sky Vengeance, a daring air combat mission executed in 1969. This operation involved four American McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II fighters engaging in a lethal dogfight against North Vietnamese MiG-17s, MiG-19s, and MiG-21s over the hostile airspace of North Vietnam. The mission was not just a routine engagement but a calculated strategic assault aimed at neutralizing enemy radar defenses and establishing air superiority. As American pilots put their rigorous training to the test, North Vietnamese pilots, known for their tactical agility and knowledge of the terrain, fought to protect their homeland. This battle would push the limits of skill, technology, and survival in the deadly chess game of aerial warfare. 1. Team Briefing – USS Constellation, Gulf of Tonkin The room was ten...