As Israel weighs its response to Iran’s recent weekend attacks, the United States has conveyed in private discussions that any military retaliation by Israel would be undertaken independently, without direct U.S. involvement, as reported by ABC News.
This communication marks a departure from the norm for a close ally like Israel, which has historically received substantial military aid from the US and maintained a relationship often characterized as ‘ironclad.’
However, amidst Israel’s recent unilateral actions in Gaza, coupled with criticism from the U.S. and other allies over the extent of its military operations, the Biden administration has underscored its reluctance to engage in offensive military actions against Iran, citing concerns over escalating tensions in the Middle East.
A senior administration official emphasized Israel’s right to self-defense, affirming it as a longstanding policy stance. When pressed on whether the U.S. would support Israel in offensive military endeavors, the official unequivocally stated otherwise.
This message was reiterated directly to Israel’s top officials during a private phone call between Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant.
Iran’s attack on Israel over the weekend, initially perceived as involving a limited number of ballistic missiles, caused alarm among world leaders, including senior U.S. officials. The revelation that over 100 ballistic missiles were potentially prepared for launch heightened concerns.
The attack, purportedly in retaliation for a military strike attributed to Israel in Damascus, Syria, targeted Iranian air bases. Despite Israeli air defense systems, nine Iranian missiles reportedly struck two air bases, causing damage but no significant casualties, according to a senior American official speaking to ABC News.”
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