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Source: https://www.inss.org.il/publication/rising-lion-analysis/
Post-War Iran Remains Dangerous
(Institute for National Security Studies) Maj.-Gen. (res.) Tamir Hayman - The campaign against Iran was necessary at this time. The operation's goals were achieved, and in the short term, Israel's security has improved. However, in the long run, the threat has not disappeared. Unless regime change occurs, Iran will likely remain a source of threats to Israel. Post-war Iran is weaker but no less dangerous. Israel must maintain preparedness against the Iranian threat, including intervention capabilities to disrupt any nuclear breakout. At the same time, Israel should not rule out a nuclear agreement between the U.S. and Iran, provided it meets key conditions: No independent Iranian uranium enrichment. Thorough and ongoing international oversight, including weapons components. A binding agreement without an expiration "sunset" clause. The writer, former head of the IDF Intelligence Directorate, is the executive director of INSS.