An Emirati news outlet reports that the U.S. administration has granted Israel a 'green light' and removed operational restrictions on Israeli Air Force activity over Iraq and Lebanon, enabling free action against pro-Iranian militias. The report adds that the U.S. has pledged to bolster its air defense in the Middle East and is building a regional defense network to protect remaining interests.
According to a report carried by the Emirati outlet Erem News and relayed by The Zioneer Intelligence Desk, Washington has granted Israel a clear 'green light' and removed operational restrictions that previously limited Israeli Air Force strikes in Iraqi and Lebanese airspace. The report states that U.S. officials lifted the constraints following the full withdrawal of American forces from Iraq, eliminating the main concern that Israeli operations could trigger militia retaliation against U.S. bases.
The report describes the new posture as enabling direct, overt, and broad Israeli strikes against militia targets, drone and missile storage sites, and Iranian logistics infrastructure in Iraq, without the need for covert or limited action. To mitigate potential retaliation, the U.S. administration has reportedly pledged to reinforce its air defense systems across the Middle East and is developing a forward regional defense network.
The report expands on earlier accounts. Initial coverage on Oct 5 by Israeli journalist Amichai Stein indicated that the U.S. had lifted restrictions specifically over Iraq, with no mention of Lebanon. The Emirati report now adds both geographical scope and the air defense component.
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