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Iran's Bold Move: Escalating Tensions with Israel

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Iran's recent attack on Israel has sparked a major escalation in their long-standing shadow war. Find out the details here!

Iran's attack on Israel has sent shockwaves through the region, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing shadow war between the two nations. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's vows of victory reflect the seriousness of the situation, with the Israeli military having intercepted a large portion of the more than 300 missiles launched.

The U.S. has aligned itself with Israel, showcasing support for potential actions against Iran's nuclear program. President Biden's condemnation of the attacks further highlights the tense diplomatic atmosphere surrounding the conflict.

John Bolton's comments emphasize the doubts surrounding diplomatic negotiations with Iran, suggesting that Israel may have an opportunity to take decisive action against Iran's nuclear ambitions. The attack signals Iran's attempt to establish new norms in the region, showcasing its ability to directly target Israel and its civilians.

As tensions mount, the choices facing Israel have become crucial. Will they opt to de-escalate or retaliate further against Iran? The recent attack, though repulsed by Israel, raises concerns about the potential for the situation to spiral out of control.

In a strategic miscalculation, Iran's unprecedented attack has put the spotlight on the delicate balance of power in the Middle East. Despite the conflict, the U.S. has made it clear that it will not participate in any Israeli retaliatory actions against Iran, adding another layer of complexity to the situation.

Israel must carefully navigate the aftermath of the attack, considering escalating dynamics with Iran while also being aware that the U.S. will not provide backing for retaliatory measures. This latest episode underscores the high stakes involved and the potential for further escalation in the volatile region.

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Why has Iran attacked Israel? (BBC News)

Iran's attack on Israel marks a major escalation in a long-running shadow war between the two nations.

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Iran and Israel's open warfare after decades of shadow war (Reuters.com)

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed his country would achieve victory after the military said it shot down almost all of the more than 300 ...

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U.S. 'should proudly join' Israel if they go after Iran's nuclear program (The Hill)

President Biden later spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, condemning the attacks โ€œin the strongest possible terms.โ€ NewsNation is owned by ...

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Bolton says now is opportunity for Israel to destroy Iran nuclear (The Jerusalem Post)

The former advisor's stance sheds light on the increasing skepticism about the effectiveness of ongoing diplomatic negotiations with Iran.

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Iran is trying to create a new normal with its attack. Here's how Israel ... (Atlantic Council)

The precedent is that Iran can attack Israel directly, that it can do so from Iranian soil, and that it can target civilians inside Israel.

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Jesse Kline: Israel, U.S. should seize opportunity to destroy Iran's ... (National Post)

Iran's unprecedented Saturday night attack on Israel โ€” in which it sent over 300 drones and missiles into Israeli territory, supplemented by rocket fire ...

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Now it's up to Israel: De-escalate or retaliate against Iran? (The Washington Post)

Tehran's barrage of drones and missiles was a face-saving maneuver, successfully repulsed. But the possibility of matters spinning out of control still ...

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Iran's unprecedented attack on Israel was a strategic miscalculation ... (The Conversation AU)

Close to midnight on April 13, hundreds of military drones were launched from both Iran and Iraq toward Israel. Subsequently, several waves of ballistic ...

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US will not take part in any Israeli retaliatory action against Iran (Reuters UK)

President Joe Biden warned Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu the U.S. will not take part in a counter-offensive against Iran, an option Netanyahu's war ...

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With its aerial attack, Iran could break Israel's isolation and reframe ... (The Times of Israel)

With pressure building to end the fight against Hamas, Tehran pushes allies together to thwart unprecedented missile and drone strike, in reminder of ...

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Iran wants to bully the world and get a nuclear bomb. We must resist (Telegraph.co.uk)

Meeting the Iranian threat will require unity with our allies and a willingness to crush extremism at home.

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Israel's Momentous Decision (The New Yorker)

Dexter Filkins on Iran's dramatic but largely ineffective attack on Israel, and on Benjamin Netanyahu's pending response.

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How Israel's air force could bring the Islamic Republic of Iran down (The Jerusalem Post)

What if Israel finally decides to strike back? What if it decides to take this opportunity to finally bomb Iran's prized nuclear weapons program?

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Iran's Strikes on Israel Open a Dangerous New Chapter for Old Rivals (The New York Times)

Experts say Tehran does not want a broader war. But it is far from clear whether Iran or Israel will choose to escalate a conflict that has become more ...

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