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The Escalating Conflict in the Middle East

Iran’s attack on Israel following a ground incursion into Lebanon signals a broad escalation of the conflict in the Middle East. 

Demonstrators celebrate during a rally in Tehran on Oct. 1.

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Iran attacked Israel for the second time in five months Tuesday, with a volley of missiles coming hours after Israel launched a ground incursion into Lebanon.