Israel-Hamas Conflict Strains Regional Rivalries and Energy Security

Recent Israel-Hamas war has fueled border sectarian rivalries in the Middle East, causing thousands of casualties.

Conflict highlights Russia's complex role in the region - backing Iran but seeking ties with Israel.

Renewed tensions may strain Israel's normalization deals with Arab states.

War occurs amid broader Sunni-Shia divides, though politics often transcend sectarianism.

Conflict has implications for regional energy security and India's foreign policy balancing ties with Israel and Arab states.