The Mediterranean, the Persian Gulf, the Middle East. While there is fighting on land in Gaza – with tanks, engineers and infantry – there is a coming and going of warships at sea. Nuclear aircraft carriers, destroyers, helicopter carriers, patrol boats. From the USA to France, from Great Britain to Italy, who were queuing in those hours. They are the NATO forces that monitor the maritime front on which Israel lies. The threat of escalation that could affect Iran and further inflame the region has prompted the powers of the Atlantic Alliance to flex their muscles. Certainly in support of Israel and in support of evacuations and humanitarian aid. But also for the defense of Europe. A sign of strength to put a stop to any expansion efforts. On the other hand, China’s gaze is not missing, albeit discreetly and at a distance. Taking advantage of exercises already planned in Kuwait, it has six warships at its disposal. A user on