Commentator Ariel Kahana (Israel Hayom) pushed back against criticism that Operation Roaring Lion was ineffective, arguing that if it were, Iran would not be refraining from attacking Israel despite the presence of American bases on Israeli soil. He made the remarks on Channel 15.
Columnist Ariel Kahana (Israel Hayom) defended the effectiveness of Operation Roaring Lion in a Monday evening appearance on Channel 15. Responding to widespread criticism that the operation failed to achieve its goals, Kahana argued that Iran's continued reluctance to directly attack Israel — despite the presence of American military assets on Israeli soil — is evidence that the campaign achieved deterrence. The Zioneer has previously reported on assessments by Israeli officials that Iran is deliberately avoiding a direct confrontation with Israel (July 12, 2026). Kahana's remarks reflect a broader debate among analysts and political figures about the campaign's impact.
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