US and Israel Launch Preemptive Attacks on Iran

[eagle1462010]

It had been there for many years with no one slaughtering the students.

Thats because no war. They build right next to bases so the can be killed and people like you scream murder.

 

[Fort Fun Indiana]

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I'm guessing they see it as doing what they need to do for their survival.

Riiiight....

"Survival"...."from the Nile to the Euphrates."

I'm sure many Jews in Israel feel as you described. Maybe even most. But I think the maniac Bibi has other designs.

 

[TimFitz]

So do you.

Yes, I do.

So Iran does matter to me.

Either you are too young or possessed of a short memory. But I remember the last time IRan closed the Straights of Hormuz.

I was working my way through school working in a gas statio. Turning wrenches and pumping gas.

I was the guy with the cardboard sign “Last Car For Gas”.

 

[TimFitz]

They don't want to piss off their 'guests'.

So, this is Trump’s war.

They weren’t even consulted or told, as has always been the case in the past.

But don’t hide your parochial bigotry!

 

[TimFitz]

War only exists if the media covers it.

Did you know we were already in a war in Syria that Obama started years ago......and the media refuses to cover it......so technically....it never existed.

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Your Hillary Clinton meme is false. She did not say that.

American involvement against Assad were well known and widely reported around the world. The United States did not start it. Assad was a Russian client.

The fact that lowbrow American right doesn’t cover world news is another matter.

 

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Riiiight....

"Survival"...."from the Nile to the Euphrates."

I'm sure many Jews in Israel feel as you described. Maybe even most. But I think the maniac Bibi has other designs.

I'm pretty sure the one's who live in Israel believe they are fighting for their survival. How can they not?

 

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They weren’t even consulted or told, as has always been the case in the past.

The United States, in coordination with Israel, extensively prepared in advance for military strikes against Iran, initiating a campaign in early March 2026 that included significant troop buildups, strategic positioning of aircraft carriers (USS Gerald R. Ford and USS Abraham Lincoln), and intelligence-driven targeting of key Iranian leadership and infrastructure.
The Washington Post +3

Key Aspects of Preparation:

• Military Buildup: Weeks of shifting forces into the Middle East, including tactical aviation and air defense assets, preceded the attacks.
• Intelligence and Covert Ops: The CIA and allies spent weeks tracking top Iranian leaders, enabling precise strikes that targeted leadership and infrastructure, including the killing of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.
• Cyber Operations: Prior to the physical strikes, US cyber operations were used to disrupt and disorient Iranian communication systems and command structures.
• Strategic Positioning: Two carrier strike groups were moved into the region, and permission was secured for using British bases for B-52 and B-1 bombers.
• Operation "Epic Fury": The campaign, described by officials as "way ahead of schedule," was planned as a multi-week operation to destroy missile capabilities and weaken the regime.
  Politico +9

While some officials defended the action as a "proactive" defense against imminent threats, others raised concerns regarding the justification and long-term strategy.

 

[Delldude]

It had been there for many years with no one slaughtering the students.

Oh, Iran is the under rocket attack all the time?

You must have loved the Oct 7 concert.

 

[georgephillip]

I'm guessing they see it different. I'm guessing they see it as doing what they need to do for their survival. How is that not Darwinian? Is the wolf evil for eating the lamb?

The wolf eats the lamb to ensure its physical survival; is that why Israeli Jews murder thousands of children in Gaza?

Fact or Fiction: Israel needs fake nurses to justify killing Gaza babies

From November 2023:

"Israel knows it risks losing international support for its ongoing slaughter of children.

"Western allies like French President Emmanuel Macron and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who have until now been steadfast in supporting Israel, have in the past week publicly asked the Israeli government to stop killing children, even if Macron has since softened his tone."

 

[Delldude]

So, this is Trump’s war.

Well if Biden helped flatten Ukraine, Trump's allowed a little sortie here and there.

They weren’t even consulted or told, as has always been the case in the past.

Bullshit. They were against use of the airbases at first so they knew.

Notice it's looking like Trump has down up the Muslim vote for the midterms.

 

[ding]

The wolf eats the lamb to ensure its physical survival; is that why Israeli Jews murder thousands of children in Gaza?

Yes. It's quite Darwinian. Why do you believe they do it?

 

[ding]

From November 2023:

"Israel knows it risks losing international support for its ongoing slaughter of children.

"Western allies like French President Emmanuel Macron and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who have until now been steadfast in supporting Israel, have in the past week publicly asked the Israeli government to stop killing children, even if Macron has since softened his tone."

What nations have condemned the Israel and the US 3/26 attack on Iran? What nations have condemned Iran's retaliatory strikes?

 

[Fort Fun Indiana]

I'm pretty sure the one's who live in Israel believe they are fighting for their survival.

And I am more than pretty sure that the extremists who control their government have other designs.

And they have a lot of support, so they aren't the only ones.

 

[schmidlap]

Thats because no war. They build right next to bases so the can be killed and people like you scream murder.

Whatever rationale works for you.

If you have actual evidence of the school being located where someone with bad aim or intelligence would be likely to kill schoolgirls, please provide your evidence.

Most Americans oppose Trump's war.

MAGA media feud erupts over Trump’s war against Iran​

 

[georgephillip]

Yes. It's quite Darwinian. Why do you believe they do it?

Because Israeli Jews believe they are superior to Palestinians and that gives Jews the right to steal Arab land and murder their victims.

Of course, Israeli Jews have no power to commit such crimes against humanity without relying on greedy Americans to support their collective punishment, ethnic cleansing, and genocide.

What would Darwin say about the biological hierarchy of Israeli Jews?

 

[JohnDB]

This has ALWAYS been part of Trump's agenda....

 

[ding]

And I am more than pretty sure that the extremists who control their government have other designs.

And they have a lot of support, so they aren't the only ones.

Based on polling and reports from mid-2025 to March 2026, public sentiment in Israel regarding military action against Iran shows a sharp divide along ethnic lines, with high support among Jewish Israelis and overwhelming opposition among Arab Israelis. While many Israelis have expressed a sense of pride, hope, and increased national unity following strikes on Iran, there is also widespread fear, concern about the conflict's escalation, and distrust of the government's long-term strategy.
DW.com +3
Key Aspects of Public Sentiment (Mid-2025 – Early 2026):

• High Support Among Jewish Israelis: A majority of Jewish Israelis have supported military action against Iran, with 83% backing such operations, even in scenarios without immediate U.S. support. Many view this as a necessary, long-term step to remove an "existential threat".
• Opposition Among Arab Israelis: In contrast, the majority of Arab Israelis opposed the strikes, with 73%–86% favoring diplomatic resolutions over military action.
• Mixed Emotions (Fear and Pride): While many Jewish Israelis expressed feelings of "pride" and "hope" (28% pride, 24% hope), a significant portion also reported feeling "fear" (35%). Conversely, 69% of Arab Israelis reported feeling fear, alongside 25% reporting despair.
• Uncertainty and Lack of Trust: Despite supporting the actions of the security services (IDF, Mossad, Air Force), a large portion of the public (roughly 70%) has expressed concern about how the campaign will unfold and nearly half believe the government lacks a clear exit strategy.
• Shift in Priorities: Support for a deal to end the war in Gaza in exchange for the return of hostages increased following the escalation with Iran.
  www.inss.org.il +6

Trends and Developments (March 2026):
As of March 2026, amid reports of joint U.S.-Israeli operations ("Operation Lions Roar") targeting Iranian infrastructure, public mood has been described as a mix of "triumphalism and calm".
Yahoo

• Regime Change Sentiment: Some Israelis have expressed hopes for the overthrow of the Iranian regime, with public,, in some cases, dancing in shelters.
• Concern Over Escalation: Despite the support for action, there is significant awareness of the risk of a regional war, with many in Israel "on edge" and accustomed to new, tighter security protocols.
• Impact on Daily Life: The ongoing conflict has caused disruption, with millions of Israelis taking shelter during retaliatory attacks.

 

[eagle1462010]

Yes, I do.

So Iran does matter to me.

Either you are too young or possessed of a short memory. But I remember the last time IRan closed the Straights of Hormuz.

I was working my way through school working in a gas statio. Turning wrenches and pumping gas.

I was the guy with the cardboard sign “Last Car For Gas”.

I waited in the Gas Lines. And I remember Peanut Head let our people rot 444 days to the head choppers.

The strategic reserves were built because of it.

Iran will not be able to fire Spit Balls before long

 

[eagle1462010]

Whatever rationale works for you.

If you have actual evidence of the school being located where someone with bad aim or intelligence would be likely to kill schoolgirls, please provide your evidence.

You dont have the evidence. Is it possible? Maybe. Its also possible the iranians dud it.

 

[ding]

And I am more than pretty sure that the extremists who control their government have other designs.

And they have a lot of support, so they aren't the only ones.

As of early 2026, public sentiment in Israel regarding the ongoing conflict and retaliation in Gaza is characterized by profound exhaustion, with a significant majority favoring an end to the war to secure the return of hostages, despite continued, strong support for military action against Hamas.
Chatham House +1
Following two years of conflict (October 2023–October 2025), a "solid majority" of Israelis believed the time had come to end the war, marking a shift from earlier in the conflict.
The Israel Democracy Institute
Here is a breakdown of the current sentiment (as of late 2025/early 2026):

• Hostage Priority: The return of the remaining hostages is the primary focus for most Israelis (65%), often cited as the main reason to stop the fighting.
• Support for Ending the War: A substantial majority (66%) of Israelis supported ending the war in Gaza, according to surveys leading up to the two-year mark in October 2025. This sentiment is overwhelmingly held by Arab citizens (93%) and a majority of Jewish citizens (60%), with massive support on the political left (94.5%) and center (75%).
• Diverging Goals: While many want the war to end, a significant portion of the Jewish public—particularly on the right—maintains that the primary goal should remain toppling Hamas, leading to continued internal debate.
• War Fatigue: The public is heavily fatigued, with many waiting for a resolution to the conflict to allow reservists to return to their civilian lives.
• Shift in Perspective: The earlier, overwhelming focus on the initial shock of Oct. 7 is gradually shifting, with increasing, though still limited, public discussion about the war's toll.
• High Anxiety: Israelis remain highly concerned about the long-term impact of the war, including its potential to expand to other regions.
  Pew Research Center +3

Political Context:
While there is support for the military’s actions, this has not translated into support for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. A large majority of Israelis (64% as of Sept 2025) believe he should take responsibility for the failures of Oct. 7 and resign.
The Israel Democracy Institute
Summary of Views on Gaza:

• Humanitarian Aid: A majority of Jewish Israelis have historically supported restrictions on aid entering Gaza, arguing it should not be allowed until hostages are returned.
• Future of Gaza: There is no consensus on the long-term future of the Gaza Strip, with roughly half of Jewish Israelis supporting continued control or governance, while Arab citizens largely oppose this.
  Pew Research Center +2

Note: These insights are based on polling and reports from the Israel Democracy Institute (IDI), Pew Research Center, and media outlets covering the period up to early 2026, including the shift toward a potential ceasefire or long-term deal by early 2026.