US Asked Israel to Strike Iran Alone, Report Claims
Translated & summarized from Arab48 by baba
Washington asked Israel to independently attack Iran in recent security talks, but Israeli Army Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir rejected the request, citing potential election delays. The U.S. later withdrew its demand. The U.S. pressure is linked to Iran's missile and drone program advancements, with Washington seeking to shift political risks. Despite U.S. claims of Iran's military destruction, reports suggest its weapons factories remain operational and its missile stockpiles significant.
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- Washington asked Israel to conduct a solo strike on Iran, but Israel rejected the request.
- Israeli Army Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir cited potential postponement of Knesset elections as a reason for refusal.
- U.S. pressure on Israel is linked to Iran's accelerated rebuilding of its drone and ballistic missile programs.
- The U.S. reportedly sought to shift political risks related to an Iran strike to Israel.
- A Bloomberg report contradicts U.S. claims, stating Iran's weapons factories remain operational.
- At least 10 ships were damaged in the Strait of Hormuz in the past week due to ongoing attacks.
Washington requested that Israel conduct a solo strike against Iran in recent security talks, without American participation or coordination. Israeli Army Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir reportedly rejected the U.S. request, explaining that such an attack would likely postpone the Knesset elections scheduled for October 27. Following this, Washington withdrew its request. U.S. administration pressure stems from security developments in Iran and reports of accelerated rebuilding of its drone and ballistic missile programs. The U.S. aimed to shift political risks to Israel, estimating that an attack before the U.S. midterm elections would harm President Donald Trump, while potentially benefiting Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Initially, reports focused on Trump "considering" a resumption of war with Iran, before directives were reportedly sent to Israel to act independently. Netanyahu has not finalized his position, but his schedule last week was described as highly sensitive and security-focused.
Meanwhile, a Bloomberg report indicated that Iran has maintained its weapons factories despite months of joint attacks, enabling it to replenish its missile and drone arsenal. This intelligence assessment contradicts statements by Trump and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, who claimed Tehran's industrial and military capabilities were completely destroyed. Concerns also persist over the Strait of Hormuz, where ongoing attacks disrupt shipping. At least 10 ships were damaged in the past week, according to the British Maritime Authority. Experts estimate Iran still possesses a significant stockpile of anti-ship missiles, though they differ on the extent of damage to its production capabilities. Israeli estimates prior to the conflict suggested Tehran had around 2,500 ballistic missiles, but its current inventory is unknown.
This comes after Trump stated last Thursday that Washington was engaged in productive discussions with Iran and would not attack Tehran before the midterm elections. However, these "reassurances" may be a maneuver, especially as numerous recent reports suggest the opposite. The U.S. President has employed similar tactics as a prelude to previous attacks on Iran.
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