Prof. Kobi Michael: I think that at the end of the day, if there are differences between Israel and President Trump, the differences are with regard to tactics, not even strategy. Both sides remain focused on outcomes. President Trump is fully devoted, he is fully invested in this war, and he will not finish the war without achieving significant achievements. He understands that beyond press conferences and tweets, there are facts on the ground, and people will judge whether this was a success or a fiasco.
Israel knew Trump’s intentions to opt for negotiations with Iran but for sure Israel won’t be able to face the Iranian threat and Hezbollah simultaneously. Trump is planning to do something else. This is the reason for the arrival in the region of the 82nd division and the Marines … in order to launch a very comprehensive ground military operation that will change the entire face of the war.
Published in The Media Line, March 27, 2026.
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