Now in its second week, the U.S.-Israel war with Iran shows clear signs of regional spillover into the Gulf, Indian Ocean and possibly beyond. Analysts warn of several possible trajectories: continued attrition warfare, regime-change attempts in Tehran, or catastrophic nuclear escalation if Iranian facilities are hit. Oil prices have already risen sharply and shipping through the Strait of Hormuz is slowing.

The UN Secretary-General has issued repeated warnings about the risk of wider war drawing in more actors. Diplomatic efforts behind the scenes are intensifying, but both sides remain publicly committed to their objectives.

Experts predict the coming days will determine whether the conflict remains contained or ignites a larger Middle East conflagration affecting global energy security and stability.