Summary
The article discusses the increasing public support in Israel for military action against Iran. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and many Israelis compare the situation with Iran to historical conflicts, using strong language. Antiwar activists in Israel are facing hostility as support for the conflict grows.
Key Facts
- The U.S. and Israel began military action against Iran on February 28.
- Official reports state 11 Israelis have died from Iranian strikes, but the exact number and impact of attacks remain unclear.
- Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu used strong historical references to describe the conflict with Iran.
- Iran claims to have launched precise strikes on several locations in Israel.
- Many in Israel support military action against Iran, with 93% of Jewish-Israelis backing the strikes.
- Antiwar activists in Israel, like Itamar Greenberg, report facing harassment and arrests.
- Lawmakers and political figures opposing the war face threats and a hostile environment.
- Netanyahu's office dismisses some Iranian claims as false, and reporting on Iranian strikes is restricted.