Will israel attack iran

US intel. suggests Israel preparing strike on Iran's nuclear facilities - CNN

"Whether and how Israel strikes will likely depend" on Jerusalem's views of US-Iran nuclear negotiations, CNN added.

 A war between Israel and Iran (illustrative)
Explosions seen near Tehran, amid an Israeli attack on Iran, October 26, 2024

Israel still eyeing a limited attack on Iran's nuclear facilities

 (Illustrative) Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over the backdrop of an Iranian oil field.

Former IDF spox. criticizes Israeli leaders for allowing Iran's nuclear program to flourish

 Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei speaks during a meeting at the IRGC Aerospace Force achievements exhibition in Tehran, Iran November 19, 2023.

Is this the last Iran nuke negotiation before judgment day? - analysis


CIA employee who leaked classified documents on Israel's plans to strike Iran to plead guilty

Asif William Rahman, who worked at the US intelligence agency since 2016, acknowledged that he illegally downloaded, printed and distributed classified information on multiple occasions.

 IAF forces preparing for Israel's retaliation attack against Iran, October 25, 2024.

Three-way subtext: How Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Egypt quietly back Israel on Iran - analysis

Each country—while referencing “sovereignty” and “de-escalation”—chooses to avoid condemning Israel outright, instead placing emphasis on the broader threats to regional stability.

 Saudi Arabia condemns Israel's strikes on Iranian military targets in Operation Days of Repentance, October 26, 2024.

Significant blow or warning shot? What Israel achieved in Operation Days of Repentance - analysis

The results of Operation Days of Repentance are still unclear, but the burning question is whether it ended the cycle of attacks between the two countries or renewed them.

 A photo of an alleged Iranian drone production site hit by Israel in Operation Days of Repentance, October 26, 2024.

Suppressing the truth?: Tehran threatens prison for sharing evidence of Israeli strikes - report

Iran’s police force reportedly warned civilians that sharing evidence of the attacks with “hostile media affiliated with the Zionist regime” would lead to 10 years imprisonment.

A failed attempt to visit YouTube inside of Iran.

Israel warns Iran before Operation Days of Repentance: 'Don't respond'

The Israeli message was conveyed to the Iranians through several third parties, making it clear what Israel would target and what it would not.

 Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatolla Ali Khamenei stands in front of explosions caused by Israel's retaliation strikes. (Illustrative)

Why did Israel name its operation against Iran 'Days of Repentance?' - explainer

Operation Days of Repentance: Israel’s symbolic strikes invoke themes of reflection, defense, and historical resolve.

 A general view of Tehran after several explosions were heard, in Tehran, Iran, October 26, 2024.

US intelligence documents outlining Israel's potential attack plan on Iran leaked - report

The timing of the leak comes as Israel is completing preparations for a retaliatory strike on Iran in response to the October 1 missile attack.

A gas flare on an oil production platform in the Soroush oil fields is seen alongside an Iranian flag in the Persian Gulf, Iran, July 25, 2005

Netanyahu tells Biden Israel willing to attack Iranian military sites, not nuclear

Netanyahu signals to US willingness to strike Iranian military targets, avoiding nuclear sites.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly told US President Joe Biden what the targets of Israel's strike on Iran would be.

IDF prepares 'significant' retaliatory strike to Iran's missile barrage

The Israeli military recommends responding to the Iranian attack—during which 201 missiles were fired at Israel—in a "decisive" manner while fighting continues on six other fronts.

 The remains of a ballistic missile fired from Iran which landed in Israel, October 1, 2024

Israel’s next target: Former PM Ehud Barak says Israel likely to attack Iranian oil industry

“Israel has a compelling need, even an imperative, to respond. I think that no sovereign nation on Earth could fail to respond,” Barak said.

 Illustrative photo of Ehud Barak in front a general view of fire at an oil refinery in Birjand, Iran.

Biden says he does not know if Iran will stand down on response threats

The Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps said Tehran’s revenge will be “severe and at the appropriate time, place and manner.”

 (L-R): Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, US President Joe Biden