World Insights: U.S.-Iran escalation signals war dilemma, adds uncertainty

"The deeper issue is that both countries have conflicting visions for the future of the Middle East. The United States seeks to preserve a regional order built around its alliances, while Iran seeks recognition as a major regional power with legitimate security interests," Abdel Majid Suwailem, a Palestinian political analyst, told Xinhua. BEIJING, June 12 (Xinhua) -- The United States and Iran t