Experts Michel Wyss, lecturer at the Military Academy of the Swiss Armed Forces and Prof. Richard Machnikowski from the University of Lodz unpack the rising tensions in the Middle East, focusing on the recent conflict between Israel and Hamas and the broader implications for Israel-Iran relations. They explore how Iran uses proxy groups like Hezbollah to exert influence and discuss how the recent surprise attacks have rattled the region, comparing them to the shock of 9/11. The conversation also turns to Europe, where concerns about potential terrorism linked to the Middle East crisis are growing. The experts offer perspectives on how countries in the West might respond, emphasizing the need for intelligence sharing and community engagement to mitigate these threats effectively. The discussion was moderated by Denys Kolesnyk, French consultant and analyst