Why Israel Is Wary of Intervening in Iran
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- Israel views Iran as an existential threat, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu likening the Iranian regime to Nazi Germany and focusing heavily on countering its influence.
- Despite recent protests in Iran, Israeli officials and analysts believe the regime is stable and unlikely to collapse, viewing the demonstrations as insufficient to cause significant change.
- Israel is cautious about provoking a conflict with Iran, preferring not to initiate attacks unless invited by the U.S. or if Iran attacks first, due to the high risk of retaliation and escalation.
- Analysts predict the current protests in Iran will be short-lived, noting the protesters lack leadership and the government’s harsh crackdown, including killing thousands, effectively suppresses dissent.
- Israeli experts emphasize that while large-scale protests could be harder to control
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