Netanyahoo's plan is facing a potential setback due to Israel's waning air superiority. The deployment of advanced Chinese-made HQ-9B air defense systems by Egypt in the Sinai Peninsula is a significant development, as they reportedly cover areas not only around Sinai but also parts of the airspace over the Gaza Strip and southern Israel. The Houthis have also upgraded their anti-air defense system, which is awaiting testing to assess its effectiveness. Furthermore, Iran has announced that China will deliver a batch of anti-air defense systems to replace those damaged by the Israeli air strike in May's conflict. It appears that the air strike in Qatar has marked a significant turning point in the Middle East.