Benjamin Netanyahu backs IDF intel over Mossad in Iran strategy
Facing critical decisions, the Israeli PM leans toward IDF intelligence, delaying a direct strike on Iran.


Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is reportedly leaning toward accepting the IDF's intelligence recommendation to target the Houthi group in response to their recent ballistic missile attack, rather than adopting Mossad chief David Barnea's call for a direct strike on Iran.
Netanyahu’s apparent preference aligns with a strategic delay, possibly pushing any significant action against Iran until after Donald Trump assumes office on January 20. Barnea, a vocal advocate for aggressive measures against Tehran, views Iran as a multifaceted threat requiring immediate weakening across its nuclear ambitions, conventional weaponry, and global terrorism networks.
Conversely, the IDF’s approach reflects its dual responsibilities: spearheading offensive operations and safeguarding Israel’s air defenses. Any Iranian retaliation would place the IDF under scrutiny, especially after recent missile strikes like the one that hit Jaffa on Saturday.
In a recent interview with The Wall Street Journal, Netanyahu avoided committing to immediate action against Iran but affirmed that such an operation remains part of Israel’s long-term strategic considerations.
* The Jerusalem Post contributed to this article.
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