Srinagar, June 17 -- By Farooq Ahmad Khan

Explosive events in the Middle East have revealed, once again, how quickly the standing of nations can change.

Countries viewed through the narrow lens of sanctions, isolation, or geopolitical rivalry often emerge in unexpected ways when confronted with crisis.

Political fortunes rise and fall, international perceptions shift, and strategic calculations evolve. Such moments bring to mind a timeless Quranic verse: "To Allah belongs all sovereignty. He bestows honour upon whomsoever He wills and humbles whomsoever He wills."

Much of the discussion surrounding the recent confrontation involving the United States, Israel, and Iran has focused on military capabilities, regional influence, and diplo...