Maayan Hoffman’s article discusses the significant risks Israel faces if it attempts to destroy Iran’s nuclear program [1]. While some Israeli leaders may consider military action, experts like James Acton from the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace warn that such a strike could ultimately backfire by pushing Iran closer to developing a nuclear weapon. Iran’s use of small, easily replaceable centrifuges makes its nuclear program difficult to completely dismantle. Additionally, military action could escalate into a broader regional conflict and strain relations between Israel and the US. Both Acton and Professor Hooshang Amirahmadi from Rutgers University emphasize that diplomacy, while challenging, is a safer and more effective route. Acton also warns that without diplomatic efforts, a nuclear-armed Iran would pose a severe threat to Israel’s security, likely emboldening Tehran to act more aggressively.
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For a more in-depth analysis of Israel’s options and the potential fallout of a military strike on Iran, read Maayan Hoffman’s full article [1], which includes insights from leading experts in nuclear policy and Middle Eastern affairs.