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Israel Strikes Back: Tehran Learns That Sovereignty Has Consequences

Despite calls for restraint, Israel is rightfully defending its borders against the Iranian regime's ongoing aggression.

Foreign PolicyPublished June 8, 2026 at 7:44 PM
Several microphones point at Donald Trump in Air Force One.

The conflict between Israel and the Iranian regime has reached its 101st day, shattering a two-month ceasefire as both nations traded missile strikes.

While some in the international media and the halls of power obsess over whether the United States maintains total control over the theater of operations, the reality remains unchanged: Israel is a sovereign nation with an inherent right to defend itself against the world's leading state sponsor of terror.

Despite reports that Donald Trump urged a pause in hostilities, the Iranian regime's persistent provocations have left Israel with no choice but to respond with force. This is not a failure of American influence, but a necessary assertion of national survival by an ally operating in a hostile neighborhood.

The exchange of fire serves as a stark reminder that the mullahs in Tehran only understand one language: strength. As the conflict grinds on, the focus should remain on supporting our ally’s right to neutralize threats before they reach their cities, rather than questioning the tactical decisions of a nation fighting for its very existence.

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