Meir Ben Shabbat: In the war it is waging for its survival. Israel is providing the countries of the region and the free world with hope to break free from the looming shadow of Iran. The Gulf States know very well who was behind the attacks on Aramco facilities and on Abu Dhabi, who arms, trains, and funds the Houthis, who is trying to establish a foothold in Sudan, and most dangerously — who is building nuclear capabilities, an army, and ballistic missiles that would allow it to tyrannize any country at will.

The gap between public statements and true intentions is yet another proof of the fear the Islamist regime has instilled in the region. With God’s help, once the war ends and Iran is no longer able to pose a strategic threat to the countries and the region, I foresee a significant expansion in the circle of alliances with Israel. The region will change its face. A new light will shine from the darkness that Iran has brought upon it.

Published in Il Foglio daily, June  19, 2025.

Dr. David Wurmser in JNS: The Middle East is at the edge between a tremendous strategic improvement or a strategic descent into an endless war, and to avoid endless war, we should go for decisive results and get rid of this regime that has haunted the region and the world for the last 46 years.

If we don’t solve the problem now, America will be bogged down into endless wars in the region, because Iran will start them.

The full interview was published in JNS, in June 17, 2025.

Prof. Zaki Shalom: There is a good chance that the United States would be willing to undertake a strike against Fordow.

Israel needs American involvement in the war with B2 bombers, which can carry bombs of about 14 tonnes.

Published in CGTN, June  18, 2025.

Ruth Pines Feldman: The American public’s opinion is divided on the matter. Some are “very skeptical and critical of the establishment and remember how in Iraq the justification for war was false.That segment fears that they’re being led into war for others’ interests: Trump’s, Israel’s, or economic ones.

On the other hand, a significant part of the American public sees this as an opportunity to boost American standing “and say to rivals like China and Russia, ‘don’t mess with us or our allies.’” Joining the attacks would signal to other Middle East countries “that it’s in their best interest to be an ally of the U.S.

Published in TPS, June  18, 2025.

Meir Ben Shabbat: The war needs to end when Iran is completely void of the ability to pose a strategic threat to Israel. That includes nuclear capability, ballistic missiles, long-range precision weapons, and the ability to export terrorism and everything that that entails.

This will not get rid of all the knowledge, but it will make other experts think carefully about whether they want to be involved in projects that shorten their lifespan.

The operation was planned by Israel to reach its goal using only Israeli forces. If the US chooses to join, it will certainly make things easier. But Israel is right to avoid telling the American administration what to do.

Once Israel has achieved complete freedom of action in Iran’s skies, this effort becomes much easier. For now, the only weapon Iran is using against Israel is its ballistic missiles, but those are not unlimited. Iran has other weapons, but they don’t compare.

The geographic distance that was once a challenge for Israel has become an advantage,. This creates a clear strategic asymmetry in Israel’s favor.

Published in The Media Line, June  17, 2025.

Dr. Raphael BenLevi on i24: Iran may want to have talks now, but it had its chance for negotiations. Israel should not agree to stopping the operations for talks, even if Iran says it will be more flexible on its positions on enrichment. Israel didn’t wait twenty years to have this operation just to stop short of complete dismantlement. That would be October 6th thinking. Now Israel is acting to end threats decisively.

The interview was published in I24, on June 17, 2025.

Ruth Wasserman Lande: We do not have a choice when it comes to the long-term reality of running to shelters. This is our country. This is our safe haven. As a mother, I have no choice but to do everything to protect my children. That means eliminating the threat posed by the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Iran has clearly and openly declared its intention to destroy my country and all of my people. There are proper plans in place for the complete annihilation of my country—using nuclear power, massive rocket barrages, and by weaponizing proxies throughout the region.

We don’t enjoy running to safe rooms. No one does. It causes stress and fear. But we must take care of ourselves. This isn’t about politics. It doesn’t matter if you’re left or right. This is about the safety of our country and our lives.

The interview took place on TalkTV on June 16, 2025.

Ruth Wasserman Lande : The Iranian regime is deliberately targeting Israeli civilians rather than military facilities. Their attacks lack precision and are aimed at densely populated cities, city centers, and blocks of flats. These assaults have already resulted in numerous deaths and many wounded.

The impact is felt by all citizens of Israel—Christians, Muslims, Jews, and foreign workers alike. She specifically mentioned “an entire Muslim family wiped out in Tamra” and “a Christian family killed in Hifur.

The interview took place on TalkTV, 16 June, 2025.

https://youtu.be/qttUIK48yKk

Asher Fredman: Messaging regarding Iran is divided between official and private channels. There is a clear distinction between the public statements made by countries in the region—particularly Gulf States—and the private communications received behind the scenes. Officially, these nations express concern about Israel’s strikes on Iran. Privately, however, individuals often convey strong support for Israel’s actions.

At the official level, Gulf States and other regional actors express “real concern, a real fear that Iran may attack their critical energy and economic infrastructure,” which could result in “major disruption.

At the official level, Gulf States and other regional actors express “real concern, a real fear that Iran may attack their critical energy and economic infrastructure,” which could result in “major disruption.

The interview took place on Channel I24, 16 June 16, 2025.

https://youtu.be/RedCVDvLho0

David M. Weinberg: In a short briefing for MIFF, the Scandinavian pro-Israel lobby: Elimination of the Iranian threat to Israel was long overdue and urgent.

Long overdue – given Hamas, Hezbollah, and Houthi assaults on Israel; Iran’s two massive missile assaults on Israel over the past year; and Iran’s three-decade long ballistic missile and nuclear buildups and its explicit intent to use them to destroy Israel.

Urgent – because over the past year and especially in recent months Iran moved to near nuclear breakout including enrichment of uranium to military bomb levels and actual weaponization. (In this latter regard, note the unprecedented IAEA denouncement of Iran just four days ago.)

Key targets are: 

1. Degrading Iran’s nuclear weapons program
2. Dismantling Iran’s ballistic missile arsenal
3. Eliminating Iran’s ground assault capabilities against Israel
4. Establishing conditions for a diplomatic arrangement that prevents Iran from ever developing a military nuclear capability.

A short briefing for MIFF, the Scandanavian pro-Israel lobby. 14 June, 2025. 

https://youtu.be/mfYMOYuF5wk