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Recently, the United Nations issued a dire warning, stating that the Middle East is on the brink of catastrophe, with growing fears of an all-out war. The ongoing conflict between Israel and militant groups like Hamas in Gaza has escalated tensions across the region. The UN Secretary-General and other international bodies have raised concerns about the potential for the conflict to spread, especially with increasing involvement from groups such as Hezbollah in Lebanon. This could plunge the entire region into further chaos, with devastating humanitarian consequences. Despite diplomatic efforts, the situation remains volatile.

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