The Analysis, written by Yigal Carmon, president of MEMRI TV, discusses Iran's recent attack on Israel in light of past events, particularly the U.S. killing of Qasem Soleimani. It highlights Iran's symbolic retaliation, coordinated with the U.S. to ensure no casualties, reflecting on Iran's strategy of deterrence. Despite Iran's significant missile launch, there were no casualties, raising questions about the effectiveness of Israel's deterrence. The report suggests that the U.S. coordinated with Iran to prevent Israeli retaliation, undermining Israel's deterrence. While Israel's air defense performed well, the incident exposed vulnerabilities in its deterrence strategy. The report warns of potential future attacks from Iran and emphasizes the need for Israel to reassess its defense posture.
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