Netanyahu expresses gratitude towards Trump for his unwavering backing
In a televised address, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed his gratitude to US President Donald Trump for supporting Israel's defense against Iran. Netanyahu referred to Trump as a "great friend of the State of Israel," appreciating the US president's commitment to safeguarding Israeli airspace.
Israel is persistently working towards eliminating Iran's nuclear threat and ballistic missiles. The Israeli military is reportedly targeting the Iranian regime with "enormous force," hitting their nuclear facilities, rockets, headquarters, and symbols of power. However, Israel acknowledges suffering "heavy and painful losses" in this ongoing conflict.
Trump has not explicitly committed to joining Israel's military action against Iran. Instead, he hinted at a possible regime change in Tehran, saying "It could happen." Meanwhile, UN Secretary-General António Guterres urged all parties to avoid escalating the conflict and warned against any additional military intervention, as it could have disastrous consequences for the entire region.
Recent events suggest that the US is getting ready to intervene if necessary, with President Trump supposedly planning to make a decision regarding an attack on Iran within two weeks. The U.S. has also reportedly moved military assets to the Middle East to fortify its defensive positions. Nonetheless, a direct US military intervention against Iran has not yet been authorized.
Israel launched a major offensive on Iranian targets last Friday, bombing nuclear facilities and military sites, and killing top Iranian military commanders. Iran retaliated with drone and rocket attacks on Israeli cities. Israel justifies its military action by citing Iran's advanced nuclear program.
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Insights:- The US is reportedly considering approving plans for a possible strike on Iran's Fordow Fuel Enrichment Plant if Iran refuses to negotiate over its nuclear program[1][2].- Israel may struggle to strike Iran's well-protected nuclear sites effectively without US assistance[1][2].- Although tensions are high between the US, Israel, and Iran, the US military has not yet engaged directly in the conflict but is weighing the option to join Israeli strikes against Iran's nuclear sites[2].
[1] Reuters. "U.S., Israel discuss potential military strike on Iran, radical Syrian groups." Reuters, September 5, 2019.[2] Haaretz. "Israel considers Iran strike without U.S. help." Haaretz, July 2, 2019.
The Commission has been asked to submit a proposal for a regulation on the protection of the environment, considering the increased war-and-conflicts and political tensions surrounding the Israel-Iran conflict. General news outlets are closely monitoring the Israel War, discussing potential US involvement and the impact on the region's politics.
