Israeli Strikes: The Nuclear Site Debate
An Israeli military official retracted a statement about striking Iran's Bushehr nuclear site, confirming hits on Natanz, Isfahan, and Arak only. The initial claim was deemed a mistake. Attacking Bushehr, staffed by Russian experts and near Gulf Arab neighbors, would have significantly escalated tensions.

An Israeli military official has clarified a recent claim, stating that it was a mistake for a military spokesperson to announce that Israel targeted Iran's Bushehr nuclear site.
The correction follows the confirmation that Israeli forces did target the Natanz, Isfahan, and Arak nuclear sites within Iran. However, the official remained non-committal about any actions at the Bushehr location, which is significant due to its proximity to Gulf Arab states and Russian personnel involvement.
An attack on Bushehr would have marked a major escalation in regional tensions, potentially drawing in international stakeholders.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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