The ongoing war against Iran is not advancing at the pace initially anticipated by Israel, according to several Israeli intelligence sources cited by the state broadcaster KAN.
Speaking anonymously on Sunday, intelligence officials said that while Israeli airstrikes during the early stages of the conflict performed better than expected, the overall progress of the war has fallen short of the original strategic timeline. They indicated that Israel may now need to reassess its military objectives in light of the evolving situation.
One of the key challenges facing Israel, according to the sources, is the internal situation inside Iran. Some Israeli intelligence assessments had predicted that widespread public protests would erupt against the Iranian government once the war began. However, such large-scale uprisings have not materialized, creating a significant obstacle for Israel’s broader strategy.
Despite the slower-than-expected progress, the officials said that United States and Israel are planning additional joint measures regarding Iran. They expressed hope that these steps could alter the course of the conflict in the coming days.
Earlier, the Israeli military stated that one of its primary objectives during the opening phase of the war was to establish aerial superiority over Iranian airspace. According to military data, around 2,200 locations connected to Iran’s security and military institutions have been targeted. These include sites linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, government buildings, and other security facilities.
The joint military campaign by the United States and Israel across Iran reportedly began on February 28. According to reports, the attacks have killed nearly 1,300 people, including Iran’s then Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.
In retaliation, Iran has launched drone and missile strikes targeting locations in Israel as well as neighboring countries including Jordan, Iraq, and several Gulf states. Tehran claims the attacks are aimed at U.S. military assets stationed in those regions.
The escalating exchanges have caused casualties and damage to civilian infrastructure, while also disrupting global markets and international air travel.
