An Iranian attack on Israel would likely be carried out by Iranian proxy forces in the region, rather than by Iran directly, two people familiar with US intelligence on the matter told CNN.
Tehran is wary of a dramatic escalation in the fighting, the sources said, and does not want to give the United States or its allies an excuse to attack Iran directly.
Iran and its proxy militia groups also do not appear poised to attack US troops or other assets in the region for similar reasons, the sources said.
There is some debate, however, about whether they will wait until after Ramadan ends to strike, said one of the sources.
Just waiting for the right time.”The Office of the Director of National Intelligence declined to comment.
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Ramadan, ”
Organizations:
CNN, National Intelligence
Locations:
Israel, Iran, Tehran, United States, Damascus