Editorial: La Vanguardia

• The war in Israel in Gaza has demonstrated a high potential for destabilization in a historically precarious region, exacerbated by ethnic fragmentation.
• The existence of considerable weapon arsenals further complicates the situation, as demonstrated by Yemen, in civil war since 2014, threatening the United States and its allies.
• The United States has prioritized containing the bloodshed in the Middle East and Central Asia, asking Israel to minimize civilian casualties.
• The regional leadership dispute between Saudi Arabia and the Islamic Republic of Iran contributes to increased tensions and warlike dimensions.
• The tension between Iran and Pakistan, despite their good relations and recent joint military maneuvers, has led to territorial attacks amidst the situation in Gaza.
• Despite the escalation of attacks and hostilities, there are hopeful signs such as Iran and Pakistan's joint declaration of respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Conclusion: The current state of the region is extremely delicate, with a high potential for bloodshed and destabilization. Each new focus of conflict heightens tension and the risk of a military escalation with a range of interests and old resentments interspersed in a precarious balance.

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