The recent missile and drone attacks had the whole world holding its breath... but this story didn't happen overnight. It's the result of over 40 years of deep-rooted conflicts, secret operations, and power struggles. Let's take a look at the key factors behind Iran's conflicts. 📜 1. The Beginning of Everything... The Storm of Change (1979) The "Islamic Revolution" in Iran in 1979 was the ultimate game-changer. Once an ally of the West, Iran declared the US and Israel its "greatest enemies" almost overnight. This revolution planted the seeds for all the conflicts we see today. ♟️ 2. The Shadow War & Regional Power Struggle Iran seeks to expand its influence in the Middle East. Instead of fighting directly, it wages "shadow wars" by supporting regional armed groups like Hezbollah in Lebanon and the Houthis in Yemen. This has put it in direct opposition to rivals like Saudi Arabia, creating constant regional tension. ⚛️ 3. Public Enemy? The Puzzle of the Nuclear Program While Iran claims its nuclear program is for "peaceful purposes," Western nations and Israel are deeply skeptical. They fear Iran will acquire a nuclear bomb. This has led to heavy economic sanctions that have crippled Iran's economy and made life difficult for its people. The nuclear issue remains a major point of contention between Iran and world powers. 🇮🇷⚔️🇮🇱 4. The Head-on Confrontation of Two Arch-Enemies The hostility between Iran and Israel is the climax of this conflict. Iran's desire to wipe Israel off the map and Israel's determination to eliminate the threat from Iran have moved their confrontation from secret attacks to open, direct military exchanges. Global Impact This conflict is no longer just about the Middle East. It directly threatens global oil prices, international trade routes, and the stability of the entire world.