Israel-Iran War / Is Iran's nuclear base now Israel's target? IDF has set a plan

Iran's nuclear capability remains a matter of global concern. Iran's nuclear program has been going on since the 1950s, but it came into the limelight when Western countries alleged that Iran was developing nuclear weapons. Israel, along with the US, is concerned about Iran's nuclear posturing.

Vikrant Shekhawat : Oct 06, 2024, 01:00 AM
Israel-Iran War: Iranian nuclear power is becoming a serious concern for the world. In the last few years, Iran has rapidly increased its nuclear capability, raising concerns globally. Iran's nuclear program began in the 1950s, but it came into the limelight when Western countries alleged that Iran was moving towards the development of nuclear weapons. In this context, Israel has prepared to launch its "Truthful Promise-2" operation, which has made the situation even more complicated.

Context of Iran's nuclear program

Iran's nuclear program has been controversial from the beginning. Although Iran argues that their program is for peace and energy production, Western countries, especially the US and Israel, have seen it as a camouflage for the development of nuclear weapons. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned several times that Iran has actually developed nuclear weapons, causing a wave of concern among American and Israeli officials.

Why is it difficult for Israel to launch a nuclear attack on Iran?

Iran's nuclear bases are hidden underground and in mountainous areas, making it challenging for Israel to destroy them. Israeli fighter jets will have to refuel to reach Iran's bases, as these bases are about 2000 kilometers away from Israeli airbases. Apart from this, Israeli planes will have to pass through the airspace of countries like Saudi Arabia and Syria, which can be strategically dangerous.

Iran has spread its nuclear program in many places, making it impossible to destroy it completely. Iranian missile and drone bases are also hidden underground and among the mountains, which makes it even more difficult for Israel to completely destroy those bases. In this situation, one option Israel has may be to attack Iran's air defense bases.

Discussions of nuclear attack

Recently, discussions of a possible destructive attack on Iran have intensified. Israel's War Cabinet has approved the attack, and the Israel Defense Force's (IDF) Operation "Truthful Promise-2" is likely to be launched soon. The presence of Israel's F-35 fighter jets near the Iranian border confirms that Israel is fully prepared for the attack. The Iranian air defense system is also in alert mode for the attack.

Israel's ground operations in Lebanon

Meanwhile, Israel has also increased its military activities in Lebanon. For the last 8 days, the Israeli army has been targeting Hezbollah's bases through air and ground operations. This type of increased activity has made the situation even more tense.

US response

When US President Joe Biden was asked about Israel's possible attack on Iran's nuclear center, he made it clear that he would not support Israel in this matter. Biden said he would discuss with Israel, but he also made it clear that Israel has the right to respond for its own security.

Conclusion

Concerns over Iranian nuclear power and its development continue to grow. Israel's potential military action and the US response have further complicated the situation. Its consequences are feared globally, and without resolving this issue, it may be difficult to expect peace and stability in the region. With Iran's nuclear capability growing, the international community needs to unite and find a solution to this problem.