While imposing sanctions on Iran, U.S. and European governments are urging restraint amid fears of a cycle of escalation as Israel weighs retaliation for an Iranian attack.
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How Israel’s Conflicts Could Escalate
Israel’s military is dealing with clashes with Hezbollah in Lebanon and with Iran, as well as the continuing war in Gaza.
Israel Will Respond to Iran’s Attack, Cameron Says
Top diplomats from Germany and Britain traveled to Jerusalem to urge Israel not to respond in a way that risked a wider regional conflict.
Netanyahu Says Israel Will Make Its Own Decisions in Response to Iran’s Attack
“We will make our own decisions,” said Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, rebuffing European diplomats’ requests to stand down.
Israeli Response to Iran Attack Seems Inevitable, Despite Allies’ Pleas
“We will make our own decisions,” said Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, rebuffing European diplomats’ requests to stand down.
Netanyahu Weighs Response to Iran, Wary of Alienating Biden
Its options range from striking Iran openly and forcefully to doing nothing at all. One factor to weigh is that the huge aerial attack did little damage.
Biden and Other Israeli Allies Urge Against Further Escalation After Iran Attack
Some far-right members of the Israeli government called for a strong response to an Iranian attack, but the U.S., the E.U. and others cautioned against further escalation.
Biden and Other Israeli Allies Urge Against Further Escalation After Iran Attack
Some far-right members of the Israeli government called for a strong response to an Iranian attack, but the U.S., the E.U. and others cautioned against further escalation.
Israel Questions What Might Be Next for the Gaza War
Military analysts are divided on whether a more direct confrontation with Iran might alter the war or affect a decision to invade the southern city of Rafah.
Iran Attack Tests Netanyahu’s Political Staying Power
In a deeply polarized country that has again come under attack, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s fate may depend on what happens next.