On Friday morning, Israel launched a strike on Iran, prompting concern from Western observers in Washington and London. The attack came after tensions had escalated in the region following an Iranian attack on an Israeli consulate on April 13th.
After the April 13th attack, US President Joe Biden advised Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu against an immediate response, urging caution against any offensive action against Iran. However, not all of Netanyahu’s colleagues agreed with this approach. The Israeli war cabinet had been discussing the timing, scope, and location of a military response to Iran’s aggression.
Some members of the Israeli government who are more cautious or “doves” expressed concerns about the risks of engaging in all-out war with Iran. The decision on how to proceed in the conflict with Iran remains complex and uncertain as tensions continue to rise in the region.