A report by the New York Times about a possible Israeli attack on Iran.
According to Israeli sources, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu tried to launch a new attack on Iran ahead of the Israeli elections, but was met with resistance from military commanders. IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir saw no immediate need for an attack and feared that a separate and less quiet operation would cause an Iranian response. The renewal of the clashes could delay the elections or delay the opposition's efforts to form a government after the elections. Opposition politician Avigdor Lieberman called for an investigation into the treason charges, accusing Netanyahu of risking soldiers' lives for fear of losing the election.