#IsraelIranConflict Why is Israel attacking Iran? Any Israeli attack could ignite a regional war that could involve the United States, which withdrew some of its diplomats and employees from the Middle East this week, fearing an Iranian retaliation strike.

Jerusalem: Israel has always planned to carry out a military attack against Iranian nuclear sites. Many are now wondering in the Middle East, the United States, and Europe if the time has finally come.

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The New York Times reported Wednesday that officials in the United States and Europe believe Israel appears to be preparing for a potential strike, even as the Trump administration seeks to reach an agreement with Tehran to limit its nuclear program.

Any Israeli attack could signal the beginning of a regional war that could involve the United States, which withdrew some of its diplomats and employees from the Middle East this week, fearing an Iranian retaliation strike. President Donald Trump has warned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu against an attack on Iran, which has exacerbated tensions between the two leaders.