A United States military official attends an Israeli military exercise
preparing to attack Iran's nuclear facilities using "dozens" of warplanes.
The report was disclosed by the Tel Aviv broadcaster, Kan, as reported by
RT.com on Wednesday (2/2/2022).
"Held in mid-January, the covert exercise envisaged a full-scale attack on
Iran's nuclear facilities and played out several scenarios, including aerial
refueling, encountering anti-aircraft munitions and carrying out long-range
strikes," Kan's report said.
An unnamed US Air Force officer allegedly attended the exercise as an
observer.
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Drastically The outlet added that the presence of the official was unusual
for such an exercise.
"The report follows a meeting between US military officials and Israeli
Defense Secretary Benny Gantz in December, where similar exercises were
discussed," a senior US official said.
While the official declined to elaborate on the plan, they said, "The
exercise will prepare for the worst-case scenario to destroy Iran's nuclear
facilities if diplomacy fails."
Earlier on Tuesday (1/2/2022), the Israeli military announced it would take
part in the massive US-led International Naval Exercise involving about 50
warships from 60 partner countries and 9,000 personnel.
Launched earlier this week, the 18-day drill was held in the Red Sea off the
coast of Bahrain, near the headquarters of the US 5th Fleet.
