Following recent conflicts in Gaza, Israel’s actions suggest a potential escalation, with Iraq now seemingly in its crosshairs. During the past two years, Israel has launched attacks on six countries in addition to Palestine, resulting in significant destruction in Gaza and devastating bombings in Lebanon and Syria. A speech delivered by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on September 26 at the UN signaled a shift in focus towards Iraq. In the address to the UN General Assembly, Netanyahu explicitly included Iraq among the nations where resistance groups would face consequences. This move has raised concerns about the increasing instability in the region, prompting questions about Israel’s intentions. In response to Netanyahu’s speech, Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein condemned the threats, calling them unacceptable and asserting that any attack on Iraqi citizens would be considered an attack on the entire country.
