Israel may need solo Iran strike, defense officials say; Mossad chief in US

Israeli defense officials warn Israel may need to act alone against Iran, as the IDF demands strategic certainty. Mossad chief Roman Gofman is in Washington for talks, while the defense establishment questions the timing and justification for action.

Mossad chief Roman Gofman is in Washington discussing with senior American officials the possibility of military action in Iran, on a mission from the Prime Minister. Meanwhile, the Israeli security establishment opposes urgent action, arguing that Iran has not yet crossed the red lines set by Israel. The dispute reveals gaps between the Mossad and Military Intelligence: while the military generally supports action, the security establishment believes there is no urgent justification, partly due to political sensitivity these days and the complex relationship with the administration in Washington. Sources familiar with the talks with the US warn that the American administration will not tolerate attempts by Israeli parties to provide it with unreliable information. Additionally, Yashar party chairman Gadi Eisenkot, who met with the Prime Minister for a security update, was not informed of Gofman's trip.