Leave it to an Israeli diplomat to stir things up. Fleur Hassan-Nahoum, Israel’s special envoy, has made it clear: a showdown with Iran is not a question of “if,” but “when.” And she’s not holding back, Hassan-Nahoum is practically begging President Joe Biden to act now before the situation gets out of hand.
In a recent chat with Newsweek, Hassan-Nahoum laid it out plainly: the threat from Iran has reached a boiling point. Iran’s aggressive stance, especially following the death of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, has created a tense atmosphere. In her view, the U.S. needs to jump into action to prevent a full-blown conflict.
The U.S. has been busy trying to broker a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, who are locked in a fierce battle in Gaza. As new peace talks are on the horizon, the sense of unease is growing, particularly in Jerusalem, a city that’s no stranger to conflict. Hassan-Nahoum believes Iran and its allies are getting the upper hand in the psychological warfare, and that’s creating real concern in the region.
Hassan-Nahoum isn’t just pointing fingers at Iran. She’s also taking aim at Washington, saying, “I don’t think America understands that regime change in Iran should be the ultimate goal.” Her pitch? The U.S. should use its advanced military capabilities to target Iran’s nuclear infrastructure. She argues that only the U.S. has the hardware needed to handle this situation.
Iran has been busy strengthening its military and expanding its arsenal. They’ve also been deepening ties with Russia. But Hassan-Nahoum sees a chance here. She believes Russia’s current troubles in Ukraine might limit its ability to protect Iran from a U.S. attack. She sees this as the perfect moment for action.
So, what’s the takeaway? Israel’s warning highlights that regional tensions are at a tipping point. The call for U.S. intervention is urgent and clear. Whether Washington will respond is anyone’s guess, but one thing is for sure: the stakes are high, and time is running out.
This international drama is far from over, and how it unfolds will be crucial.
