Israeli Officials See Escalation Ahead, Expect Israel to Join Conflict Only If Attacked

Israeli sources indicate a shift toward escalation in tensions with Iran, noting that the United States is applying intense pressure on Tehran to return to nuclear negotiations or face consequences. While there is a possibility that the U.S. might request Israel to join any confrontation, officials believe Washington does not actually desire Israeli involvement at this stage. The pressure campaign is seen as a strategic move by former President Trump to use the threat of Israeli participation as leverage against Iran. Jerusalem officials assess that Israel would only enter the conflict if it were directly attacked.