Osirak’s Shadow: Israel and the Iranian Dilemma

Neutralizing Iran’s nuclear program would be a far cry from the single, decisive blow of Operation Opera. It would likely require a sustained air campaign, going beyond surgical airstrikes to incorporate cyber operations and other forms of warfare.

Israel faces a crucial decision regarding Iran’s nuclear program and ambitions. The Islamic Republic, grappling with internal unrest and economic turmoil, is arguably at its most vulnerable in years. Protests in the streets challenge the regime’s...