The Iranian regime believed it was close to destroying Israel, prompting Israel to go to war against Iran in June 2025. Israel launched a successful preemptive strike, significantly damaging Iran's nuclear program and missile capabilities. The war ended after 12 days, achieving its goals of preventing Iran's nuclearization and improving Israel's strategic balance.
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