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The White House responded sharply to leaks of these assessments, dismissing them as “flatout wrong,” and defending the precision of U.S. military operations. Nonetheless, these revelations underscore the challenge the Biden administration faces in verifying the extent of damage, especially with ongoing concerns about Iran’s ballistic missile capabilities and its potential for quick rearmament.
Diplomatic Maneuvering: Israel, Syria, and the Abraham Accords
In a surprising turn, Israel’s National Security Advisor revealed that Israel is engaged in direct daily political negotiations with the Syrian regime. This ongoing dialogue signals a potential shift from limited back-channel talks to full diplomatic normalization, possibly extending the Abraham Accords further into the region.