Israel’s ‘campaign between the wars’: How strategy to contain Iran and its allies risks further straining ties with US

Israel's military strategy to weaken its adversaries, particularly Iran and its allies, through targeted operations outside of major conflicts, has sparked concern and tension with the US. This approach, termed the "campaign between the wars," aims to prevent escalation into full-scale wars but risks undermining broader US Middle East policies. The friction highlights deeper disagreements over regional security strategies and could complicate diplomatic efforts to address shared threats. The underlying tensions may lead to a reassessment of alliances and military cooperation in the region.