Gaza for Iran? Did Israel surrender Gaza redlines for American confrontation with Iran?
U.S. policymakers preferred a quiet southern front, believing that a major Gaza conflict could complicate efforts to isolate Tehran.
U.S. policymakers preferred a quiet southern front, believing that a major Gaza conflict could complicate efforts to isolate Tehran.
Most Israeli and American military commentators believe that the U.S. still plans to strike Iran
American officials reportedly urged caution, warning that a miscalculation could trigger a rapid regional escalation.
In 2025, the Israel Defense Forces reshaped the region’s security reality while refusing to return to the failures of October 7.
Throughout 2025, the IDF fought terror on its borders, including a direct war with Iran that crippled its ballistic and nuclear capabilities and secured the return of all but one hostage from Gaza.
During the recent war with Iran UAV missions accounted for an extraordinary 50 percent of all IDF strike operations.
The report suggested that Israel is likely to strike Iran again, though it does not specify what form a new attack might take.
In 752 days of relentless war, Israel fought across seven fronts—from Gaza and Lebanon to Iran and Yemen—eliminating top terror leaders, rescuing hostages, and crushing Hamas and Hezbollah networks.
One year ago, Israel’s Operation Days of Repentance struck deep inside Iran, crippling its ballistic missile production and air defenses—marking a decisive blow that paved the way for future IDF operations.
Israeli forces intercepted a major Iranian arms shipment—packed with rockets, drones, and machine guns—destined for terror cells in Judea and Samaria.
Israel’s challenge lies in countering this alliance without triggering direct conflict.
Tehran may now try sourcing mixers and propellant chemicals abroad, but sanctions have tightened, and replacement timelines are long.
Each THAAD battery is operated by around 100 U.S. soldiers and includes 48 interceptors and six launchers.
Iran, seeking to expand its influence and encircle Israel, may exploit Jordan’s vulnerabilities.
High technological ability was required to enable the aging aircraft to travel up to 2,200 kilometers.
The source added that Iran would likely need at least one to two years to rebuild and produce a working nuclear weapon.
Israel’s military doctrine under Zamir is shifting toward long-term strategic containment of Iran.
Air Force Commander Tomer Bar projected the potential loss of up to ten aircraft within the first 72 hours of the war
Israel’s Operation Rising Lion shattered Iran’s nuclear and missile capabilities, eliminated top commanders and scientists, and pulled off the most daring long-range operations in its history—sending a clear message: Israel will hit first, fast, and hard.
‘We’re doing this so that our children, and all of Israel’s children, can have a safer future.’
