Israel's Military Strikes: Strategic Response or Escalation?

Israel's military strikes on Iranian sites were described as a targeted retaliation to previous Iranian attacks, aimed at keeping civilian harm minimal. A senior U.S. official expressed hope that this marks the end of direct military exchanges between the nations, emphasizing available diplomatic communication channels with Iran.

In what appears to be a calculated move, Israel launched military strikes on Iranian sites, reportedly in response to prior aggression from Tehran. The strikes were designed to minimize civilian casualties, according to a senior U.S. government official, who spoke late Friday.

The official expressed optimism that these events might conclude the direct exchange of fire between Israel and Iran, nations long considered at odds. The Biden administration is keen on limiting further military escalations in the region.

In addition, the U.S. maintains an array of diplomatic communication channels with Iran, both direct and indirect, through which it consistently asserts its stance on the conflict, the official added.

(With inputs from agencies.)