Israel downplayed reported airstrikes against Iran, seeming to cast the operation as proof Israel could reach the sites, rather than a full-scale attack. There were no reports of the damage caused by the strikes, and some Israeli lawmakers dismissed the attack as ineffective. The U.S. appeared to discourage a strong Israeli response to the Iranian attacks.
Key Points
Israel downplayed reported airstrikes against Iran.
Some Israeli lawmakers dismissed the attack as ineffective.
The U.S. appeared to discourage a strong Israeli response to the Iranian attacks.
Pros
Demonstrated Israel's capability to reach targets near Iran's suspected nuclear program.
Reaffirmed Israel's commitment to respond to attacks originating from Iranian territory.
Cons
Lack of information on the damage caused by the airstrikes.
Disagreement within Israel on the appropriate level of response to Iranian attacks.