If Trump Doesn't Finish the Job, Israel Will Be Left Alone in the Campaign | Avi Ashkenazi

In Israel, there are concerns that the window of opportunity for action against Iran is closing, and they are awaiting Trump's decision while the target bank is open and readiness is at its peak. Meanwhile, the IDF is operating in Gaza and Lebanon, eliminated eight Hamas targets and attacked ammunition depots. The escalation could also shuffle the political cards in the Likud.

In Israel, there are concerns that the window of opportunity for action against Iran is closing, and they are awaiting Trump's decision while the target bank is open and readiness is at its peak. The understanding is that if Trump does not finish the job against Iran by the end of his term, Israel may be left alone with the problem, which it considers existential. The IDF is on very high alert, mainly in defense but also in attack, and plans are ready. Meanwhile, in Gaza, there is talk of progress in negotiations for the second phase of the ceasefire, but in practice it is empty talk. As of the end of the week, the IDF eliminated at least eight Hamas targets identified by the Southern Command, Military Intelligence, and the Shin Bet, and attacked by the Air Force. It also attacked ammunition depots and blew up additional Hamas tunnels in the southern Strip. In the IDF, they understand that eliminating Hamas operatives, especially commanders, puts pressure on the organization's members. Now, Trump has the power to influence elections within Israel as well, and the question is whether he is determined to go to war against Iran or whether a fourth travel warning will be issued.