Welcome to the Opinion of the Poor channel. Opinion of the Poor is an analytical and investigative platform that follows Sudanese affairs in depth and in a language accessible to the people. It unpacks what lies behind the headlines: from the war economy, corruption, and extortion, to smuggling networks (gold, weapons, fuel) and supply chains, and the collapse of basic services such as water, electricity, healthcare, and education. The channel presents investigative reports and explanatory episodes that connect the internal and external realities, explaining the roles of local actors (the army, the Rapid Support Forces, armed movements, and centers of influence) and their interactions with regional and international powers (Egypt, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Ethiopia, and the complexities of the Red Sea and the Horn of Africa). The channel's goal is not to simply repeat the news, but to transform it into a coherent picture: Who benefits? Who pays the price? And how is the new state being shaped under the pressure of war, the economy, and politics? Opinion of the Poor offers content based on argument, logic, and comparison, addressing viewers seeking a deeper understanding of the Sudanese landscape, free from propaganda and polarization. Opinion of the Poor ## Episode Description In this episode of **The Opinion of the Oppressed**, we analyze one of the most dangerous moments of escalation in the region: American-Israeli strikes inside Iran, and an Iranian response with missiles and drones that extended to the Gulf states. We read between the lines: Why did the attack happen now? What messages did Washington and Tel Aviv intend to send? And why did Iran choose to expand the scope of its response to reach the vital Gulf sphere? We weigh the facts and consequences of the event: its impact on Gulf security, airspace, airports, oil, energy, and maritime navigation. Then, we present realistic scenarios for the aftermath of this round of conflict: rapid containment, gradual escalation, or regional expansion. This lengthy episode attempts to explain to viewers what has truly changed in the rules of deterrence, and who will bear the cost in the coming days. Hashtags: #Iran #Gulf #America #Israel #OpinionOfThePoor Keywords: US-Israeli attack on Iran, Iran's response to the Gulf, Iranian missiles and drones, Gulf and airport security, airspace closure, Middle East escalation, impact of war on oil and energy, de-escalation and escalation scenarios @salahelbashir9698