Israel weighs limited strike on Iran’s nuclear sites

DDM News

Israel is reportedly still considering a limited military strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities.

This is despite U.S. President Donald Trump expressing unwillingness to support such action at this time.

According to Diaspora digital media (DDM), the information was revealed in a report by The Times of Israel, citing one Israeli official and two other sources close to the discussions.

These sources stated that Israel is exploring scaled-back strike options that would not require full cooperation from the United States.

Plans under review reportedly involve targeted airstrikes and possible special forces operations focused on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure.

While these military plans are said to be more modest than earlier proposals, they remain capable of delaying Iran’s nuclear capabilities for several months or more.

The Israeli government has long maintained that Tehran must never be allowed to acquire nuclear weapons.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has consistently voiced strong opposition to any agreement that does not completely dismantle Iran’s nuclear program.

He believes partial limitations on enrichment are not enough to ensure long-term security for Israel and the region.

Netanyahu has repeatedly stated that Israel reserves the right to act alone if international diplomacy fails.

The longstanding distrust between Israel and Iran has grown over decades, rooted in both ideological and strategic rivalry.

Israel sees a nuclear-armed Iran as an existential threat, especially considering Tehran’s support for armed groups like Hezbollah and Islamic Jihad.

The 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) was intended to curb Iran’s nuclear program through international oversight and sanctions relief.

Iran agreed to limit its uranium enrichment and allow international inspections in exchange for economic benefits.

However, in 2018, the United States under President Trump withdrew from the JCPOA, citing its inability to prevent Iran from eventually acquiring nuclear weapons.

This withdrawal led to the re-imposition of sanctions on Iran and deepened mistrust between Tehran and Washington.

In response, Iran gradually scaled back its compliance with the deal, increasing uranium enrichment and restricting access to inspectors.

These moves raised alarms in Israel and among Western intelligence agencies.

Iran maintains that its nuclear program is purely for civilian energy purposes.

Nevertheless, international observers remain concerned about the potential for weaponization.

Currently, U.S. and Iranian negotiators are holding preliminary talks in Rome to explore options for reviving diplomacy.

The negotiations aim to prevent further escalation and find a lasting solution to the nuclear standoff.

Despite these efforts, Israeli officials remain skeptical of Iran’s intentions and have continued planning for alternative responses.

According to sources, Israel has proposed several strike scenarios to the Trump administration in recent months.

Some of these proposals were originally scheduled for late spring or summer, depending on how talks progressed.

Trump reportedly told Netanyahu during a recent meeting that the United States was not prepared to endorse a strike in the near term.

However, Trump later clarified that he did not completely dismiss Israel’s military options.

He insisted that he had not “waved off” any plan but preferred to give diplomacy a chance first.

This statement reflects Washington’s general stance of exhausting diplomatic avenues before resorting to military action.

Meanwhile, Israeli defense officials are now focusing on what they call “limited strike” plans.

These would involve surgical attacks on specific nuclear-related facilities, aimed at slowing Iran’s progress without triggering a full-scale conflict.

Such a plan would be more feasible without direct American support and could reduce the risk of international backlash.

However, military analysts caution that even a limited strike could escalate into wider regional hostilities.

Iran has allies and proxies throughout the Middle East capable of launching retaliatory attacks against Israeli or American interests.

Hezbollah in Lebanon, for example, possesses tens of thousands of rockets that could target northern Israel.

There is also the risk of disruption to global oil markets, especially if the Strait of Hormuz becomes involved in any military escalation.

Western powers, including European nations, are closely watching developments and urging restraint.

They hope the ongoing talks in Rome can lead to a diplomatic breakthrough.

For Israel, however, time is running out.

Officials believe that once Iran reaches a certain threshold in uranium enrichment and technology, military action becomes the only viable option.

This belief continues to drive Israeli strategic calculations, regardless of the United States’ position.

The coming weeks will likely prove critical.

If talks falter or Iran refuses to make significant concessions, Israel may proceed with a strike regardless of American hesitation.

Ultimately, Israel is signaling that while it prefers international cooperation, it is prepared to act alone if necessary.

The global community is left watching cautiously as the region stands on edge, balancing between diplomacy and conflict.

The outcome could have far-reaching consequences not just for the Middle East, but for global peace and security.

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