According to Iran International English, in a calibrated show of force, Israel destroyed a radar installation near Tehran on Tuesday, citing an Iranian breach of the current ceasefire agreement. The move marks a significant development in the ongoing tensions between the two nations, though Israeli leadership opted not to carry out further military strikes following high-level diplomatic intervention.
The Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office alleged that the limited strike was launched in direct response to what Israel characterized as “a clear violation of the ceasefire” by Iran. The nature of the alleged violation has not been publicly detailed by Israeli authorities.
The situation, however, did not escalate further after a pivotal phone conversation between Netanyahu and the United States (U.S.) President, Donald Trump.
“Prime Minister Netanyahu told President Trump that a limited response was necessary,” the statement read. “But after their discussion, Israel agreed to de-escalate further military action.”
The radar site, reportedly located near Tehran, was said to be part of Iran’s early warning defense network. Its destruction sends a message of deterrence while signaling a desire to avoid a full-blown military confrontation. The Israeli government has maintained that while it will act decisively to protect its security, it is also open to diplomatic restraint when appropriate.
The U.S. administration has not released a separate statement, but White House officials confirmed the conversation between Trump and Netanyahu did take place and that both leaders emphasized the importance of maintaining regional stability.
Analysts suggest that the swift, limited nature of the Israeli strike, followed by a halt in military operations, reflects an attempt to balance domestic security imperatives with international diplomatic pressures.
“It’s a clear warning shot,” said an Israeli military analyst. “But Israel is showing it’s willing to stop short of escalation, especially when coordinated with the U.S.
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