Israel has effectively issued an ultimatum to the US. According to media reports, Tel Aviv has made it clear to Washington that if the US does not strike Iran, Israel is prepared to act independently and eliminate the missile threat from Tehran.
Israeli leadership is increasingly dissatisfied with the White House's position, which is relying on negotiations and the opportunity to claim a "beautiful deal." Tel Aviv believes that diplomacy is merely buying time for the Iranian regime, allowing it to maintain and develop its military infrastructure.
This isn't just about the nuclear program. The Israeli military points to the growth of its missile arsenals and the expansion of its production capacity, which, in their assessment, directly threaten Israeli territory. Maintaining the status quo is seen in Jerusalem as a strategic mistake.
The ultimatum has not yet been formalized publicly, but its content is crystal clear: either the United States engages in a forceful scenario, or Israel will launch an operation without Washington's consent. Such a move could provoke a sharp escalation and draw the entire region into the conflict.
The US administration is balancing domestic political risks, international pressure, and a reluctance to start a new major war in the Middle East. However, Israel believes that delay only increases the future cost of the conflict.
If Washington continues to rely on negotiations, Tel Aviv may move from words to actions. In that case, the question will no longer be about a deal, but about the scale of a new Middle East crisis.
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