Israeli officials reportedly warn Iran's ballistic missiles could trigger solo military action against Tehran

Fox News - WorldCenter-RightEN 3 min read 100% complete by Efrat LachterFebruary 10, 2026 at 06:16 PM

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Israeli officials have reportedly warned that Iran's ballistic missile program is a critical red line that could trigger unilateral military action against Tehran. Prime Minister Netanyahu plans to discuss Israel's priorities, including Iran's missile capabilities, with U.S. officials in Washington. Israeli defense officials have conveyed to the U.S. that they are prepared to act alone to dismantle Iran's missile capabilities, viewing them as an existential threat. Security officials have outlined potential military options to degrade Iran's missile program. An Israeli security expert stated that Iran considers its ballistic missiles a key deterrent and is unlikely to negotiate on them, a stance viewed as a fundamental red line for Israel.

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