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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...

High-Stakes Air Combat: Russian Tu-95s and Chinese Xi'an H-6s Bombers vs. American(USA) Defense Systems

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In the modern era of military strategy, air superiority and advanced defense systems play pivotal roles in national security. A hypothetical confrontation between Russian Tu-95 and Chinese Xi'an H-6 bombers against American defense systems highlights the complexities and high stakes of contemporary air combat. This explores the various phases of such an engagement, emphasizing the sophisticated technologies and tactics employed by all parties involved. The backdrop of the Pacific Ocean and Bering Sea provides a strategic setting, underscoring the global ramifications of this potential conflict. A. Russian Tu-95 bombers and Chinese Xi'an H-6 bombers taking off, escorted by Su-35 and Su-30SM fighter jets. The Tu-95 bombers are equipped with 2 × 23 mm Gryazev-Shipunov GSh-23 autocannons in their tail turrets and can carry up to 15,000 kg (33,000 lb) of missiles, including Kh-20, Kh-22, and Kh-55/101/102 or 8 Kh-101/102 cruise missiles mounted on underwing pylons. The X...