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Israel Almost Hit Iran on Monday, but Paused – HotAir

Ever since Iran’s largely failed missile and drone attack on Israel last Saturday, the world has been holding its breath waiting to see what Bibi Netanyahu would do in response. Despite the White House urging “caution” and “restraint,” Israel clearly seems to realize that a failure to respond would only serve as a sign of weakness and an invitation for Iran to continue attacking at will. It’s now being reported that Netanyahu’s first impulse was to hit back quickly and decisively, potentially striking Iran on Monday evening. But Israel reportedly informed the White House on Monday that a decision had been made to wait a while longer. (Axios)

Israel considered conducting a retaliatory strike against Iran on Monday night but eventually decided to postpone it, five Israeli and U.S. sources told Axios.

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