Bangladesh, March 19 -- The eruption of war in the Middle East, particularly involving Iran, has generated waves of speculation and analysis across the world. From Dhaka to New York, discussions range from strategic calculations to conspiracy theories. In Bangladesh, the discourse has largely focused on the implications for regional stability, energy security, and the broader international order. As a country highly dependent on imported energy, particularly oil and gas, Bangladesh has a keen interest in understanding the causes and consequences of the current conflict.

Since the first shots were fired in the escalating confrontation, multiple narratives have emerged. Some theorists suggest the war is part of a larger United States strat...