The airstrike carried out by the US on Iran on 22 June 2025 is no longer just a military action, but it is becoming the beginning of a new crisis in world politics. Many important military bases of Iran were targeted by America’s state-of-the-art B-2 stealth bomber, due to which the decades-old tension between Iran and America has reached a dangerous turn. This situation is no longer limited to these two countries, but is also forcing other superpowers of the world to give their response.
Background of the confrontation
The relationship between America and Iran was already tense. Since the Iranian Revolution of 1979 and the occupation of the US Embassy, the relationship between the two countries has been constantly sour. Although there were rounds of talks in between, the nuclear program, missile tests and the battle for supremacy in the Middle East worsened the situation.
In early 2025, some developments took place which further intensified this conflict. Drone attacks on US military bases, blamed on Iran-backed organizations, and the US air strike in response to that — all this is pushing the world towards a major war.
B-2 bomber attack and Iran’s response
The B-2 bomber is America’s most lethal and stealth technology-equipped aircraft. It is almost impossible to detect it on radar and it is also capable of carrying nuclear weapons. When this attack took place, the US administration described it as a “defensive action”, while Iran called it a “direct declaration of war”.
The Iranian President said in his statement, “This attack is a direct attack on the sovereignty of our nation. We will respond to it on our terms and the enemies will regret it.”
Iran immediately put its military bases on high alert and hinted at plans to target US bases in the Gulf countries.
Global response and political equations
The whole world is watching this confrontation between Iran and America. Russia and China have criticized America’s action. China said that “America is endangering global peace by taking unilateral action.” At the same time, Russia has warned that if this conflict escalates, it will stand with its allies.
On the other hand, NATO countries and Israel supported America and said that “Iran will have to back down from its aggressive attitude.” Israel has activated its air defense system and stopped all civilian air flights.
Sign of Third World War
Now the question is arising – is this conflict moving towards the Third World War?
History is witness that the First and Second World Wars also started with some regional disputes, which later turned into a global crisis due to the intervention of superpowers. Similarly, if this time too a war erupts between America and Iran and countries like Russia, China, Israel, Saudi Arabia openly get involved in it, then it can take the form of a global war.
According to experts, “A war between Iran and America will not just be a fight between two countries, but it will divide the whole world into camps by creating a separate group standing against Shia-Sunni Gulf countries, America’s NATO allies, and China-Russia.”
Economic and humanitarian impact
War is not just a fight of weapons, it affects the lives of the common people, the economy and global stability.
Oil and gas crisis: Iran is a major oil producing country in the Gulf countries. If there is a war, the supply of oil from the Persian Gulf will stop, due to which the price of crude oil can skyrocket. This will have a huge impact on the economy of India, Europe and other developing countries.https://www.reuters.com/world/us/
Refugee crisis: Due to war, millions of people can become homeless and will be forced to take refuge in other countries including Europe. This will make the already ongoing global refugee crisis even more serious.
Cyber war and terrorism: In this conflict, along with conventional war, the possibility of cyber attack, terrorist activities and internal instability also increases. Many radical groups supported by Iran can attack Western countries.
Is a solution possible?
The United Nations and world peace organizations are constantly appealing to both countries to exercise restraint and find a solution through dialogue. But when it comes to a question of nation’s prestige and military power, sometimes the leadership takes wrong decisions under the pressure of immediate reactions.
Today is the biggest test of international diplomacy – will it be able to stop this conflict or will history repeat itself once again?
Conclusion
The growing tension between Iran and America is now at a point from where it is becoming difficult to return. This is not just a political or military matter, it is becoming a question of the future of humanity. If this situation is not handled in time, the Third World War can become not just a fear but a reality – and the whole world will have to pay its price.https://beingbrij.com/