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International Desk : Israel could launch an attack on Iran in the near future, according to reports citing US and European defense officials. Multiple news outlets, including The New York Times and CBS, have reported that Israel is preparing for a potential military strike on Iran, though the scale of the attack remains unclear.
On Wednesday, the US Department of Defense issued a statement allowing American military personnel and officials stationed in the Middle East to voluntarily return to the US. This announcement has further fueled speculation about an impending conflict. According to The New York Times, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been seeking approval from US President Donald Trump for months to launch an attack on Iran. However, Trump has not yet given the green light, emphasizing diplomatic efforts to curb Iran’s nuclear program.
In a press interaction two weeks ago, Trump stated that he had warned Netanyahu against attacking Iran, as negotiations regarding Iran’s nuclear program are ongoing between the US and Iranian representatives. However, these talks have hit a roadblock, with Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei rejecting a proposal put forward by Washington. In a podcast shared by The New York Post, Trump expressed skepticism about the prospects of reaching a nuclear agreement with Iran.
Notably, on October 1, 2024, Iran launched approximately 200 ballistic missiles targeting various Israeli installations. Israel’s defense systems successfully intercepted these missiles, preventing significant damage. In retaliation, Israel conducted airstrikes on Iran two days later, claiming to have damaged Tehran’s nuclear facilities. Iran, however, has denied these claims.
The ongoing tensions between Iran and Israel have raised fears of further instability in the Middle East. US and European officials are closely monitoring the situation as the region braces for potential escalation.
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