Defense Minister: Political and Military Echelons Coordinated on Iran

In depth

Defense Minister Israel Katz said in a situational assessment that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, he and the Chief of Staff see eye to eye on the Iranian issue. According to him, the political and military echelons are working in full coordination.

The announcement was published against the backdrop of reports of disagreements between the political echelon and the defense establishment, and alongside a meeting between Netanyahu and the chairman of the Yashar party, Gadi Eisenkot. Mediation for the meeting was carried out by President Herzog.

The situational assessment stated that the IDF sees no urgency to attack Iran, even if President Trump decides to strike, and that it would be worthwhile for Israel to join. Senior IDF officers told Netanyahu that stability in Israel is needed in order to set policy regarding Iran. The IDF is preparing for various scenarios, from a response to an Iranian attack to independent action, and prefers a joint campaign with the US.