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The sources say the proposed operations vary in scale, with some designed to delay Iran’s nuclear ambitions by a few months, and others potentially setting the program back by a year or more.
Meanwhile, The New York Times reported that during a recent White House meeting, President Trump advised Netanyahu that the U.S. was committed to diplomacy and would not support an immediate military offensive. Still, Israeli leadership appears unconvinced that talks will succeed—and unwilling to sit back while Tehran presses ahead.
According to Israeli officials, a smaller, more targeted strike could be launched without extensive American support. Such an operation would fall well below the scale of earlier proposals but still carry significant consequences.
This development comes as U.S. and Iranian representatives quietly engage in diplomatic backchanneling. A second round of preliminary negotiations took place in Rome last Saturday, though details remain tightly under wraps. What is known, however, is that Trump’s special envoy, Steve Witkoff, met with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in what was described as a tense but crucial round of talks.
Despite mounting pressure, Trump reaffirmed his reluctance to pursue military action, stating clearly, “I think that Iran has a chance to have a great country and to live happily without death. That’s my first option.” He continued, “If there’s a second option, I think it would be very bad for Iran, and I think Iran is wanting to talk.”
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But Israel may not wait for a second option.
Iran, for its part, has issued a chilling warning in response to Israel’s rumored intentions. A senior Iranian security official declared, “We have intelligence from reliable sources that Israel is planning a major attack on Iran’s nuclear sites.” He added, “This stems from dissatisfaction with ongoing diplomatic efforts regarding Iran’s nuclear program, and also from Netanyahu’s need for conflict as a means of political survival.”
The message from Tehran is clear: any aggressive act from Israel will be met with swift and punishing retaliation. “A harsh and unwavering response from Iran” is the promise.
As the White House clings to hopes for a diplomatic breakthrough, Netanyahu appears increasingly convinced that time is running out. With Iran inching closer to nuclear capability and international talks dragging on, the Israeli government seems ready to act—whether Washington likes it or not.
This high-stakes gamble by Israel threatens to upend fragile negotiations and ignite a broader regional conflict. As the world watches, one thing is certain: the next move could change everything.
