Israeli sources fear Trump's green light to attacking Iran might never come
The Jerusalem Post • • world
Key Points:
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed concern that Israel might have to strike Iran without US support, emphasizing Israel's capability to act independently if necessary.
- Following an Iranian missile attack, President Trump urged a measured Israeli response and opposed a large-scale Israeli strike, leading to the cancellation of a planned broader attack.
- Trump indicated progress toward a diplomatic agreement with Iran and prioritized negotiations, causing Israeli officials to worry he might oppose even limited Israeli retaliation in future conflicts.
- Reports suggest Trump is frustrated with the negotiation process and has shifted previously agreed conditions, while Israeli military leadership views any deal with Iran as potentially unfavorable.
- US Vice President JD Vance acknowledged that Israel might not fully support the forthcoming US-Iran agreement, but emphasized it would serve America's interests.