With President Donald Trump openly warning Tehran, many are asking whether the pressure campaign is about to shift from rhetoric to real force against Iran—and what role Israel would play if it does.
YES: A decisive US-led strike would align with Trump’s long-standing doctrine of peace through strength, send an unmistakable message to Iran, and back Israel’s red lines on nuclear and regional security.
NO: Trump has repeatedly shown he prefers maximum pressure and negotiations over endless wars, meaning the “big attack” talk could be leverage rather than a genuine move toward conflict.
BONUS QUESTION: If an attack comes, Israel would almost certainly play a critical intelligence and operational role, acting in close coordination with Washington to neutralize Iran’s most dangerous capabilities.
