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Mediators Fear Mossad Chief's Visit May Push US Toward Iran Attack
Mediators are concerned that Mossad Chief Roman Gofman's visit to Washington could prompt the US to attack Iran, though Saudi and Turkish pressure may be dissuading President Trump. Trump has reportedly told advisors he is considering avoiding further attacks if Iran refrains from military action.
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- 01Mediators fear Mossad Chief Roman Gofman's Washington visit may push the US to attack Iran.
- 02President Trump is reportedly considering avoiding further attacks if Iran avoids new military actions.
- 03Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman urged Trump to wait, citing effective sanctions on Iran.
- 04US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated Iran's leaders make decisions based on faith, not economics.
- 05Iran's Revolutionary Guard claimed to have attacked a US radar in Bahrain in retaliation.
- 06The IDF believes Israel should join a US attack on Iran if it happens, but sees no urgency.
US intelligence believes sanctions are hurting Iran's economy, while Israel continues to advocate for military action. The IDF's assessment is that Israel should join an attack if launched by Trump, but there is no immediate urgency.
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