Rising Tensions, Falling Stocks: A Galaxy Far, Far Away or a Galaxy Too Close for Comfort?

A Disturbance in the Force There Is

Hmm trouble brewing I sense. Missiles flying Iron Dome rising. Israel and Iran at each other they are. Another barrage Iran launched the IDF says. Shelters Israeli citizens seek until further notice. Like Alderaan after the Death Star a target Israel has become hmm?

Tehran's Air Defenses: A Desperate Hope?

In Tehran drones and missiles the NBC crew hears. Air defenses Iran deploys a sign of the times this is. Like trying to block a Sith Lord with a rusty shield a challenge Iran faces. 'Do or do not. There is no try,' even a powerful leader in Iran must follow. Let us hope they have prepared hmm?

The US Enters the Fray Slightly

Helping shoot down missiles the United States they are. Assets moved into the region before Israel's strike they did. Destroyers off the coast intercepting aerial attacks they are. "Unilateral action," the US claims but Trump something he knew. 'Many of the truths that we cling to depend greatly on our own point of view,' especially when missiles are involved hmm?

Trump's Two Cents: Finest Equipment It Is

Finest equipment Trump boasts American equipment it is. Pleased with Israel's performance he seems. With Saudi Crown Prince he spoke too a web of alliances this is. 'Fear is the path to the dark side,' and fear these conflicts incite. Let us hope diplomacy not hubris guides these leaders hmm?

Retaliation and Fallout: The Hard Truth

"The Hard Retaliation operation has begun," Iran declares. Hundreds of ballistic missiles towards occupied territories fired. Video shows missiles striking Tel Aviv. Stock markets plummet fear grips the world. 'Death is a natural part of life,' but war a preventable tragedy it is. The consequences of this conflict far reaching they will be.

Hoping for Talks But Talks Postponed

Nuclear negotiations postponed they are. Talks in Oman suspended. Israel struck Iranian nuclear sites a risky move this was. Trump urges Iran to make a deal 'before there is nothing left.' 'Always pass on what you have learned,' perhaps old wisdom Trump should heed. War is not the answer cooperation is needed.