On the fourth day of the Israel-Iran war, what is increasingly clear is that the conflict is spiralling out of control, with no end in sight. Despite Israel’s claims of military success — including striking the Quds Force (Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps) headquarters in Tehran and asserting “full aerial superiority” over Tehran skies — the situation on the ground tells a more complex story. Iran, though battered, has managed to inflict considerable damage on Israeli cities, making life miserable for civilians and proving that it still has the capability to retaliate. The war’s toll has been rising on both sides. While Israel has reportedly targeted Iran’s oil installations and strategic infrastructure, including its main refinery, Iran........

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