On October 17, two news came from the international community, Saudi Arabia and Iran issued a hard warning to Israel
The Middle East is once again at war, and turmoil and uncertainty loom over the land. The long-standing Palestinian-Israeli conflict is escalating, casting a shadow over the entire Middle East.
The United States, once playing an important role in the Middle East, seems to have lost its former influence and is struggling to effectively resolve regional crises.
At the same time, the Gaza Strip has suffered from air strikes and the international community has expressed concern about Israel's actions, which has exacerbated Palestinian-Israeli tensions.
Most of all concerns are Saudi Arabia and Iran, which appear to be seeking cooperation that, despite religious and political differences, has become a priority in the face of common threats.
Despite the complexity of the Middle East issue, including historical legacies, territorial disputes and security concerns, the solution remains negotiation and dialogue. All parties need to develop a clear programme to achieve peace and stability in the Middle East.
However, the reality suggests that the possible escalation of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, triggering a sixth war in the Middle East, is a worrying prospect for the entire region. All parties need to realize that only by working together can they find a solution that serves the interests of all parties and advances the peace process.
Qatar's refusal to mediate shows that the parties are divided on how to handle the conflict, but Palestinians and Israelis have suffered enough from war. The entire Middle East needs a breakthrough, and perhaps the cooperation between Saudi Arabia and Iran can be the beginning of regional change.
The international community must also fulfil its responsibility to mediate and promote genuine peace negotiations.
The destinies of the Middle East are interlinked, and this ancient region needs a new story, a story of cooperation and hope, to eliminate hatred, build trust, provide a peaceful future and avoid violence and conflict.
That required firm steps to reject hatred, and peace and stability in the Middle East could be achieved only through reason, patience and the support of the international community, a goal that was by no means easy but worth pursuing, because only peace could bring real well-being to the people of that suffering region.
The conflict in the Middle East is complex, but there is also potential for improvement.
The cooperation between Saudi Arabia and Iran shows that a common threat may push the parties to take a cooperative position. The involvement of the international community is essential and must play the role of mediator to facilitate genuine peace negotiations.
Only by working together can the Middle East emerge from war and conflict and bring peace and prosperity to its inhabitants. This is a complex and difficult task, but we cannot stop working because peace is a fundamental right of the people of the Middle East.
Are Israeli ground forces preparing for a massive offensive? Is the Gaza Strip ready?
The Palestinian-Israeli conflict in the Gaza Strip has been going on for some time, with Israeli air strikes devastated the area, but rumours are rife about Israel's future actions.
There are reports that Israel is planning a large-scale ground invasion, and another version is that they will use sustained strategic bombing to trap the Arab population in the Gaza Strip.
Israel faces important decisions.
First of all, they need to understand their own readiness, there is a gap between the actual combat effectiveness of the army and its ability to mobilize, and a large-scale invasion requires more time and resources. There are also problems with equipment, and reservists lack proper equipment, so emergency receiving U.S. aid delays preparation.
The timing of the decision will determine whether Israel strikes small or a large-scale invasion. A large-scale offensive takes time to mobilize and train soldiers, and while time-consuming operation, it seems necessary for Israeli targets.
On the other hand, sustained strategic bombing could lead to international condemnation, strengthen the cohesion of Middle Eastern countries, exert more pressure on Israel, and could lead to a Hamas revival.
Ultimately, Israel may choose a comprehensive strategy, starting with strategic bombing and then carrying out a full-scale invasion after Hamas is weakened, similar to the Battle of Fallujah, where the Israeli front line is fought and the reserve army is cleared in the rear, completely clearing the Palestinian population of the Gaza Strip.
This is a grave situation, both militarily and politically. A month-long strategic bombing could weaken Hamas, but it would also result in more innocent casualties.
Politically, Israel may try to obfuscate and project a picture of prosperity that will make Palestine even more predicamentous.
In this time of emergency, Palestinians need to ensure humanitarian assistance, maintain supplies of necessities, secure underground passages, and prepare for a decisive battle with Israeli ground forces.
The Palestinian-Israeli war will begin, and China, Russia, the United States, and Britain have all been present to watch.
Tensions in the Middle East are escalating, and Israel is facing unprecedented challenges. The tiny country of 9 million people has mobilized 300,000 troops, the equivalent of nearly 50 million troops mobilized by China. With such seriousness that war seems to have become an inevitable option.
The United States, Britain, Russia, and even China are closely monitoring developments in the region, following Israel's strategic plan.
On the American side, they quickly dispatched the electromagnetic nuclear-powered aircraft carrier "Ford", which carried 85 aircraft. Less than 48 hours after the attack, code-named Al-Aqsa, F-35 warplanes have successfully landed in waters near Israel at full speed of 1,500 kilometers.
In addition, the Pentagon recently announced that another aircraft carrier battle group is about to enter Israeli waters, apparently to help Israel clear possible obstacles.
The purpose behind this military deployment is clearly not to deal with light armed groups like Hamas and Jihad, but against religious forces such as Iran, the Lebanese Allah, Syria, Iraq and so on.
Britain also actively intervened, announcing the dispatch of 2 Royal Navy ships, 3 Merlin helicopters, 2 P-8 maritime reconnaissance aircraft and 1 Royal Marines to the eastern Mediterranean to closely support Israel.
Russia is preparing for war, and they have moved some of their troops in Syria to the Golan Heights bordering Israel to face the upcoming Palestinian-Israeli conflict.
The Russian army has played a key role in the Syrian civil war since 2015 and now has 10,000 Russian soldiers stationed in the country.
The Golan Heights is a point of territorial dispute, and Israel's occupation of most of the area in 1967 has led to long-standing hostile relations between Syria and Israel.
China has also intervened, not only sending warships to the region, but also focusing on maintaining regional peace. China has a large number of Chinese-funded enterprises and enterprises in the Middle East, so it has a direct interest in regional tranquility and stability.
Israel's military actions could also have a negative impact on China's interests in the Middle East, so Chinese warships went to the Middle East to ensure their national interests.
This potential war, regardless of its scale, will pose enormous challenges to Israel's political and humanitarian situation.
The key to resolving the Palestinian-Israeli conflict lies in the question of Palestinian statehood, and only through the affirmation of national sovereignty can this long-standing conflict be fundamentally resolved.
The achievement of peace and stability in the Middle East is a complex task that requires the joint efforts of the international community. Only peace can bring real well-being to the people of the Middle East.