US EditionFrom San Diego, Iran War Looks Like Military Success, Political Uncertainty
Israeli officials say about 80% of Iran's missile launchers have been destroyed while Tehran's leadership remains stable amid ongoing strikes.
- In the 12 days since the conflict began, Israel and U.S. forces have conducted coordinated strikes targeting Iran's missile launchers, with officials estimating about 80% destroyed and more heavy blows expected.
- Government officials say the campaign aims to let the Iranian public shape its future while pushing back Iran's nuclear and missile programs years, as U.S. messaging recently shifted toward regional security and oil.
- Recent operations included a controversial strike on a United Nations facility in Southern Lebanon attributed to Israel, while Israeli assessments say Tehran leadership remains stable and Kurdish forces' ground incursion plans have been shelved.
- Current assessments in Israel suggest the conflict will last at least two more weeks, but officials stressed they did not launch the campaign only to halt it early and risk regional vulnerability.
- Some analysts highlight that international partners and analysts raise concerns over controversial strikes and legal doubts, while officials judge regime change prospects as low despite ongoing conflict.
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