Tensions in the Middle East have increased as the weeks-long war between Palestine and Israel has left hundreds dead and thousands injured. The United States maintained good relations with Israel during the war in Afghanistan and provided military and diplomatic support to it, much to the anger of other countries in the Middle East, as well as some militant groups. Among these countries, Iran, a Palestinian ally, has secretly provided assistance to anti-Israel forces like Hamas and pressured the United States to undermine dominance in the Middle East.
Iran has launched a major attack on the U.S.-Israel region of Iraq and Syria against its military operations. Iran is said to have begun to use sophisticated ballistic missiles, some of which are flying to Tel Aviv, the capital of Israel. Iran has issued a serious alarm to Israel, and at the same time to the United States. Iran's goal is to tell the United States that it will pay for Israel's continued help.
The Iranian attack provoked a violent response in the United States, but the response to it was surprisingly vague, or rather weak. The United States issued a public declaration accusing Iran of "recklessness" and that Iran's missiles did not hit the United States accurately, but only accidental injuries caused by accidents. By doing so, the United States gives people the illusion that the United States is unwilling to go toe-to-toe with Iran, just to save some face for itself.
Why is this the case in the United States? Here's why:
The first reason is that the United States has too few troops in the Middle East to deal with Iran and other radical groups. At present, the United States has only one aircraft carrier in the Middle East, "Eisenhower", and it is still fighting the Houthis, and it is frequently attacked by missiles. If the United States were to go to war with Iran again, it would face a dilemma on two fronts, and Iran could pose a great danger to American aircraft carriers and air bases.
Second, U.S. alliances in the Middle East do not have the capacity to provide strong support to the United States. Saudi Arabia and Israel are America's biggest allies in the Middle East, but they each have their own problems. Saudi Arabia is hampered by the war in Yemen and is powerless to deal with the Houthi*** organization, as well as facing internal economic and social problems. On the other hand, Israel is mired in the Palestinian-Israeli war, unable to stop Hamas's missile attacks, and facing political instability and isolation from the international community. Neither of these two powers can do much to the United States, on the contrary, they are likely to be a burden to the United States.
Third, U.S. interest in the Middle East is not strong enough to mobilize the public** and the U.S. Congress. The United States is most interested in the Middle East, but neither is as significant as it once was. The United States has gotten rid of its dependence on the Middle East, and at the same time is vigorously developing environmental protection and reducing its dependence on mineral resources. The U.S. security problem in the Middle East has also been largely resolved, with Iran currently having only one nuclear program, but not acquiring nuclear weapons, and facing international sanctions against it. If the United States does not attach enough importance to the Middle East, it will not be able to mobilize the American people, nor will it be able to obtain the approval of Congress, still less will it be able to make the American people and Congress pay for the war in the Middle East.
In short, the situation in the Middle East is very complex, facing challenges from military groups such as Iran, as well as strong military strength, alliances, and interest support, so its position in the Middle East is very awkward. U.S. influence in the Middle East is waning, while countries like Iran, as well as military groups, are seizing the opportunity to expand their spheres of influence. The situation in the Middle East is undergoing a profound change, and the international dominance of the United States is facing a severe test.
In stark contrast, China's influence in the Middle East is growing day by day, and China has always advocated peaceful dialogue and consultation to resolve various contradictions in the region, and has demanded that relevant parties take appropriate measures to prevent further deterioration of the situation. China had also contributed to the Middle East issue and urged the countries concerned to resolve the issue through peaceful means. China has also actively participated in a number of cooperation projects in the Middle East, contributing to the economic and social development and improvement of people's livelihood in the Middle East. China's diplomatic approach in the Middle East, characterized by peace, friendship and cooperation, has won the respect and trust of all countries and peoples in the Middle East. China's influence in the Middle East is growing, and its potential is growing.
Although the situation in the Middle East is complex, it is still developing, and peace and dialogue and cooperation are the only way out, and respect, understanding and inclusiveness are the basic strategies for peacekeeping. China plays a positive, constructive and stable role in Middle East affairs, and China will, as always, promote peace and development in the Middle East.