Defense Minister: 'Israel will only join attacks on Iran if Trump asks us to'
Defense Minister Israel Katz addressed security, diplomatic, and political challenges at a Likud conference in Jerusalem
Assessment
Israel's defense minister has publicly tied Israeli military action against Iran to a direct request from the Trump administration. This statement signals that Jerusalem is not currently planning independent strikes and wants to avoid being drawn into a broader conflict without clear American leadership. The remark also carries diplomatic weight, as it may reassure allies concerned about unilateral escalation while reinforcing the bilateral decision-making framework.