Israel Expresses Anger Over Trump’s Last-Minute Cancellation of Iran Strike

Israeli defense officials expressed strong frustration with U.S. President Donald Trump after he abruptly canceled a planned American strike on Iran at the last moment. The reports, aired on Kan 11 and Channel 12 on Sunday, revealed that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) had significantly raised their alert level over the past weekend in anticipation of a major U.S. attack that was expected to draw Israel into the conflict.

Despite the high tension, Israel received no prior warning or communication about the cancellation. Israeli officials even reached out to the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) to seek clarity but were told that even they were unaware of Trump’s decision to call off the operation. This lack of communication left Israeli security sources feeling abandoned and confused.

One defense source described the situation as "real uncertainty," stating, "President Trump left us in the dark for hours." Another official criticized the president’s handling of the situation, saying it undermines Israel’s operational readiness. This marked the second time within a week that the U.S. informed Israel of a planned strike that could destabilize the Middle East, only to cancel it at the last minute without explanation.

The reports also noted that Saudi Arabia had pressured the U.S. to attack Iran, contrasting with Israel’s position. Israeli officials lamented the difficulty in planning and preparing for future operations amid such unpredictable U.S. decision-making.