Israel was on the front foot in the war it jointly launched with the US against Iran on Feb. 28. But more than three months on, with virtually none of its goals achieved, tensions with the White House are spilling into the open over the spoiler role Israel has played in on-off US-Iran ceasefire talks as Israel’s military operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon continue. Once the dust settles, Israel looks set to confront a more hard-line Iran, emboldened by its control over the Strait of Hormuz and with little to lose in pursuing a nuclear weapon. As elections loom, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's options are narrowing.
Israel Struggles to Reap Gains From Mideast War
Israel's security has arguably worsened since it launched strikes with the US on Iran, heaping pressure on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as elections loom.
TL;DRAI
Three months after its February launch, the US-Israel operation achieved zero objectives; Israel blocks ceasefire talks and continues against Hezbollah. Iran consolidates Strait of Hormuz control and nuclear capability, escalating supply chain and tech export compliance risk.
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