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Netanyahu Assures U.S. Israel Will Target Iranian Military, Not Nuclear or Oil Sites

Oct 15, 2024, 02:11 PM

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has assured U.S. President Joe Biden that Israel will not target Iran's nuclear or oil facilities in its response to Tehran's recent missile attack. This decision is aimed at avoiding a broader conflict in the Middle East. The assurances, reported by the Washington Post, come amid concerns from the Biden administration that strikes on such sensitive sites could lead to a significant escalation. Instead, Israel plans to focus its retaliatory efforts on Iranian military targets. The move, confirmed by two officials, has been met with relief in Washington, as it potentially reduces the likelihood of an all-out war.