Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asserted Israel's sovereignty in determining its response to Iran's recent aggression, rebuffing calls from the Biden administration for restraint. Following Iran's missile attack on Israeli territory, Netanyahu emphasized that while Israel values U.S. input, decisions will be made in its national interest.
The Biden administration, concerned about escalating tensions, engaged in discussions with Israeli officials to seek clarity on Israel's plans. White House officials indicated that Israel had committed to refraining from targeting Iran's critical infrastructure, following assurances from Netanyahu during recent high-level talks.
