The Jerusalem Post reports, citing an Israeli official, that Israeli forces were meant to participate in US strikes on Iran. According to the official, Israel told the United States that if the attack did not strike Iranian regime targets and sites tied to Iran's economy, there was no point in striking at all.
The report, attributed to an Israeli official, indicates that Israel was prepared to participate in US-led strikes on Iran but insisted on targeting regime sites and economic infrastructure. This aligns with prior statements by Israeli officials expressing readiness to join US military action against Tehran should Washington request it, as The Zioneer reported in July. The official's condition — that strikes must hit regime targets and economic sites or be pointless — suggests Israel sought to ensure the operation would have a meaningful strategic impact.
- DevelopingAnalyst argues attacks on Iran ineffective unless targeting infrastructure or senior figures
- DevelopingReport: Israel will not strike Iran if US attacks, unless Iran attacks Israel first
- DevelopingIsraeli commentator: US strikes on Iran insufficient to change 'rules of the game'
- DevelopingSenior Israeli official: Israel ready to join future US strikes on Iran if asked
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