While the details of the strike itself aren’t fully clear, the fact that Israel reportedly looped in Washington beforehand is noteworthy. It hints at an effort to avoid surprises that could escalate an already volatile situation—or at least to keep the U.S. in the loop diplomatically. For readers, it’s a small but telling sign of how these allies navigate high-stakes moments behind the scenes.

According to Israeli state broadcaster Kan, Israel gave the U.S. a heads-up before launching a strike against Iran. This suggests some level of coordination or at least communication between the two allies, even as tensions in the region remain high.

Israel notified Washington before Iran strike, state Israeli broadcaster says

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