Commentator and former military figure Hillel Bitton Rosen stated Saturday night that contrary to panic reports, he understands there is no Israeli offensive plan for Iran in the near term. He noted that readiness and alertness remain in place should Israel be attacked or if the Trump administration requests joint action.
Commentator and former military official Hillel Bitton Rosen offered a sobering assessment Saturday night, stating that contrary to panic reports, he believes there is currently no Israeli offensive plan for Iran in the near term. Rosen, who previously assessed in mid-June that an Israeli strike on Iran appeared distant, reiterated that readiness is maintained but that no immediate operation is planned.
The assessment comes amid a flurry of reports about potential US-led strikes on Iran. Earlier Saturday, CBS reported that US and Israel discussed striking Iran as early as this weekend, though President Trump had not yet approved. Another report Saturday evening indicated that Israel is not expected to join a US strike unless attacked directly.
Rosen's view aligns with the latter assessment, suggesting that Israel is in a posture of vigilance rather than active preparation for unilateral action. He noted that alertness and readiness are maintained in case Israel is attacked or if the Trump administration requests joint action.
The Zioneer has previously reported on the evolving situation, including a senior IDF official's statement on preparing for independent action, and US military announcements of strikes on Iran. This latest commentary from a knowledgeable observer offers a moderating perspective on the current state of Israeli planning.
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- DevelopingIsraeli security establishment: No Iranian readiness to attack at this stage, ynet reports
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