Saed News: A reformist political activist wrote: “Halting any form of diplomatic deal between Iran and the United States and other Western countries, and dragging the U.S. into war with Iran, has been Netanyahu's long-standing dream.
According to SAEDNEWS, a reformist political activist, wrote an op-ed in Ettela'at newspaper titled “Why Did Israel Attack Iran?”, analyzing the objectives behind the Zionist regime’s assault on Iran.
She wrote: One day after the IAEA Board of Governors issued a resolution accusing Iran of violating its nuclear safeguards commitments, and two days before the sixth round of Iran-U.S. negotiations in Muscat—and just hours after the end of Trump’s 60-day ultimatum to Iran regarding a nuclear agreement—Israel launched attacks on multiple targets in Iran, including nuclear facilities, military bases, senior army and IRGC commanders, and nuclear scientists.
In the days leading up to the June 13 attacks, reports indicated a tense phone call between Trump and Netanyahu about the Gaza war and the attack on Iran. Alleged disagreements between the U.S. president and the Israeli PM were later revealed to be a smokescreen to deceive Iran. For the first time, Netanyahu’s office did not deny these disagreements, a media ploy aimed at confusing Iran and reducing its alert level.
Despite these developments, it was announced that U.S. embassies and military bases across the region were on high alert in anticipation of a possible Israeli strike on Iran. American military families and citizens were allowed to evacuate due to increased security threats. On June 11, Trump confirmed that U.S. personnel were being withdrawn from specific parts of the Middle East, saying: “It could be a dangerous place, and we’ll see what happens.” These were signals Iran should have taken seriously.
The Israeli attack began just hours after the end of Trump’s 60-day ultimatum. Trump himself pointed this out. Although Netanyahu claimed the early Friday morning attack aimed to “reduce the Iranian threat to Israel’s survival” and said the operation “would last many days,” Israel’s goals extend far beyond his statements. Some of these hidden objectives include:
To shift the focus away from the Gaza war and more than 20 months of atrocities in Gaza and the West Bank, where Israel has imposed a full blockade and committed numerous crimes.
To block any possible diplomatic agreement between Iran and Western powers, especially the U.S., and to drag America into a war with Iran—Netanyahu’s long-held ambition. The “preemptive” strike aimed to derail peaceful solutions, especially nuclear negotiations.
To send a message: “We can act whenever, wherever, and however we want.” The attack tests whether Israel still enjoys full international impunity for its aggressive actions.
The goal wasn’t merely to damage nuclear or military infrastructure. The attacks were designed to destabilize the Iranian regime, possibly leading to its collapse. Netanyahu even addressed the Iranian people, urging them to rise against the Islamic Republic, invoking slogans like “Woman, Life, Freedom.”
Netanyahu used the attack to consolidate internal political support. The operation was praised across Israel’s political spectrum, and he believes war is key to unifying factions and preserving his leadership.
Netanyahu needed a pretext for war to deflect from internal opposition and corruption charges. Escalating regional conflict serves his personal political survival.
To distract from the failure of the October 7, 2023 operation and the 20-month unsuccessful war in Gaza. Senior Israeli political and military officials saw this as an opportunity to reclaim credibility.
Israel believed Iran and its regional allies, especially Hezbollah, were severely weakened. This perceived decline in Iran’s regional dominance was seen as a golden opportunity.
Trump, who campaigned on an “America First” policy and promised to end “endless wars,” once claimed his greatest legacy would be “peace-making and unity.” But now, a new war is unfolding—one that may entangle the U.S. beyond passive military support.
Trump has failed to fulfill his previous pledges to end global conflicts. Regarding Ukraine, he claimed during his campaign that he could reach a peace deal within 24 hours—but his threats and mediation attempts have been unsuccessful. He has even warned of pulling back from involvement altogether.
In the Gaza war, Trump has similarly failed to broker a ceasefire. His special envoy’s efforts to convince Hamas to accept a temporary ceasefire and prisoner exchange—without a permanent solution—have been rejected.
In nuclear talks with Iran, Trump believed a 60-day ultimatum would coerce Tehran into a “zero enrichment” deal under the doctrine of “peace through strength.” But Iran, having withstood decades of sanctions, was not going to surrender its right to peaceful nuclear enrichment in exchange for minor concessions—especially not under the orders of the man who ordered the assassination of General Qassem Soleimani.
Trump’s implicit support for Israel’s attacks reveals an “Israel First” priority in American foreign policy. This isn’t the first time U.S. administrations have prioritized Israeli interests over their own. Major sectors of the American capitalist system—particularly the arms industry—profit immensely from Israel’s regional wars.
Despite U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s denial of any U.S. involvement in the attacks, evidence shows that Israel coordinated the operation with the White House. The Trump administration was aware of the timing and goals, and it’s clear the operation had American backing. U.S. military aid—including precision-guided munitions, satellite and signal intelligence, and advanced systems—has long enabled Israeli operations of this scale.
Trump described the Israeli attack as “excellent,” warning Iran that things would get worse if no nuclear agreement is reached: “I think it was excellent. We gave them a chance, and they didn’t take it. They were hit hard—very hard… and more is coming. Much more.”
Asked whether the U.S. was involved, Trump declined to comment but admitted prior knowledge, promising to defend America and support Israel if necessary. He warned Iran: “This will be worse than anything they’ve known, predicted, or been told.”
Trump boasted of America’s superior military technology, noting that Israel has received many of these weapons, with more en route, and “they know how to use them.” He added on social media that while “great death and destruction” had occurred, there was still time to prevent “more savage” attacks.
He warned Iran: “Make a deal before there’s nothing left, and save what used to be called the Persian Empire.”
Trump’s new term has followed a “carrot and stick” approach toward Iran: offering the possibility of negotiation in exchange for halting uranium enrichment, while brandishing Israel’s military power as a threat. He sees the Israeli attack as a pressure tactic to force Iran back to the negotiating table.
There’s no doubt that, despite immense human loss and high costs, Israel’s attack will impact Iran’s future nuclear strategy. But before revising its roadmap, Iran must address Israel’s deep intelligence penetration and prevent further damage.
