Israel Strikes Iran in Retaliation Despite White House Opposition
In a bold move, Israel launched “limited” strikes against Iran early Friday, despite the White House expressing its opposition to such actions. The strikes reportedly targeted Isfahan province, where the Natanz facility is located, though it is unclear if the site was hit.
The decision to strike back came after President Joe Biden warned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that the U.S. would not participate in a counter-offensive against Iran. This move has raised concerns among Democrats, who fear that Biden’s support for Israel may damage his standing among progressives.
John Kirby, the White House’s top national security spokesperson, reiterated the U.S.’s commitment to helping Israel defend itself but emphasized that the country does not seek war with Iran. Pentagon Press Secretary Major General Pat Ryder echoed Kirby’s sentiments, stating that the U.S. does not want to see a wider regional conflict but will defend Israel if necessary.
The strikes by Israel followed a retaliatory attack by Iran over the weekend, in response to Israel’s deadly strike on Iran’s consulate in Syria earlier this month. This escalation of violence marks a significant development in the long-standing hostilities between the two nations.
Despite the tensions, Iran has historically relied on proxy forces in other regions to target Israel and has never directly attacked the country until now. The situation remains fluid, with both sides on high alert for further escalations.
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