In a recent development, US President Joe Biden has reportedly told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that the United States opposes any Israeli response to Iran’s retaliatory strike, as revealed by Axios.
Following the unprecedented Iranian retaliation on ‘Israel’ in response to a strike on Iran’s consulate in Damascus, Biden spoke with Netanyahu to convey the US stance. Biden stated that US forces have assisted Israel in intercepting the majority of incoming drones and missiles and announced a coordinated diplomatic response with fellow G7 leaders.
Despite supporting ‘Israel’ in defensive measures, Biden made it clear that the US will not participate in offensive operations against Iran. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin also emphasized to Israeli Security Minister Yoav Gallant that Washington does not seek conflict with Iran.
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Biden told Netanyahu that US military will not participate in offensive operations against Iran pic.twitter.com/xgP2DVqxdJ
— Iran Observer (@IranObserver0) April 14, 2024
As tensions rise, concerns have been raised by top US officials regarding Israel’s potential swift and unplanned response to Iran’s attack. The administration worries that Israel’s actions may escalate tensions further and jeopardize negotiations, such as a possible prisoner exchange deal with the Palestinian Resistance in Gaza.
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Video showing Ramon Airbase in the Negev being hit Iranian ballistic missiles! pic.twitter.com/29QxDW3kEO
— Iran Observer (@IranObserver0) April 14, 2024
NBC News revealed that American officials have privately expressed frustration over Israel’s attack on the Iranian consulate, believing it was poorly strategized. The Pentagon has raised concerns over Israel’s frenetic military operations, particularly in the wake of the Damascus strike.
Source: Axios (edited by Al-Manar English Website)
