Correspondent in Washington
The broadcast several days in advance by the United States of the imminence of the Iranian attack deprived Tehran of the element of surprise, while allowing Washington to send messages to its allies as well as its adversaries.
Through “
sources speaking on condition of anonymity
”, the American Administration had warned the media several days ago of the imminence of the attack. Then the American president himself warned against Iranian strikes, announcing on Wednesday that Iran "
threatens to launch a significant attack against Israel
", and reaffirming that its "
commitment to the security of Israel in the face of threats from "Iran and its cronies are unshakeable
." “
We will do everything in our power to protect the security of Israel
,” Biden added.
At the same time, American General Michael Kurilla, commander of Central Command, visited Israel to “
coordinate defense
” in anticipation of a response…