“By targeting military sites and missile facilities over nuclear and energy infrastructure, Israel is also messaging that it seeks no further escalation for now," Vakil said.
Iran's military suggests a cease-fire in Gaza, and Lebanon trumps any retaliation against Israel
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She said Iran is “boxed in by their own military limitations, economic constraints from sanctions and by the U.S. election outcome,” which could affect the course of further escalation or diplomatic outreach.
Five things to know about Israel's attack on Iran
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