Israel pushes for war amid US ceasefire, but its options may be limited
An Al Jazeera analysis reports that the Israeli government is continuing to debate military options in its security cabinet despite the US-led ceasefire proposal. According to strategic analysts, Air Force inventory and munitions-delivery parameters are limiting the available choices.
Strategic researchers speaking to Al Jazeera said the Israeli security cabinet has not rejected the US ceasefire proposal but is keeping military options on the table. In a Tel Aviv session, the timetable for replenishing air-defence stocks and the option of reserve-personnel mobilisation were considered.
According to the sources, more than 30% of the missile inventory has been used in recent operations, and US shipment speed has not been sufficient to close that gap. Pentagon officials said that short-term reinforcement via supplies from allied-country systems is being considered. Civilian airports remain under active military priority due to operational restrictions.
On the diplomatic side, Israeli Foreign Minister Saar joined talks in Washington, while Prime Minister Netanyahu intensified phone traffic with European leaders. At this week's EU Council meeting, three member states are reported to be tabling a proposal to suspend the partnership agreement with Israel. The account is presented with attribution to each party.
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