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Will Iran and Israel go to war?

Al JazeeraCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete February 3, 2026 at 05:36 PM
Will Iran and Israel go to war?
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Tensions between Iran and Israel are escalating, prompting renewed concerns about a potential war. US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff is in Israel to discuss the growing conflict. Recent weeks have seen increased threats and a toughened stance from the US and Israel against Iran, who accuses Israel of interfering with nationwide protests. Iran has warned of inflicting heavy damage on Israel if attacked, continuing decades of mutual hostility. Experts are debating the possibility of diplomacy in resolving the long-running conflict, with the situation further complicated by Iran's internal struggles and faltering economy. The discussion includes insights from analysts Thomas Warrick, Marzie Khalilian, and Alon Pinkas.

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Alon Pinkas 30% Rishaad Salamat 30% Marzie Khalilian 30% Atlantic Council 30% Thomas Warrick 30% Lebanon 40% Hezbollah 40% Tehran 50% Steve Witkoff 70% United States ×280% Iran ×790% Israel ×590%

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israel 100% iran 100% war 90% tensions 80% middle east 70% diplomacy 60% us 50% conflict 50% threats 40%

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