"Israeli Ex-Commanders Debate Response to Iranian Threat"

Two former senior Israeli military officials advise against a direct military strike on Iranian territory, emphasizing the need to capitalize on renewed support from allies and regional players. They suggest increasing attacks on Iran's proxies in Syria, Iraq, Yemen, and Lebanon, and issuing an ultimatum to Hezbollah to halt attacks. While Israel has not ruled out a direct strike, the officials warn of the risk of sparking a cycle of violence and the potential lack of readiness for a drawn-out war with Iran.