The security cabinet met Thursday night to discuss a potential Israeli response to Iran’s ballistic missile attack on the country last week. Still, no major decision was made, as coordination on the matter continues between Jerusalem and Washington, an Israeli official said.
“There were no big decisions” made by ministers, an Israeli source told The Times of Israel, adding “There is a desire from the Israelis to coordinate with the Americans” over the response, and that strategic discussions continue between the sides.
Contrary to media reports ahead of the meeting, the cabinet was not asked to authorize Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant to decide on a response, Channel 12 news said. Ministers may be asked to approve such a measure over the phone if necessary.
The Prime Minister’s Office also told The Times of Israel that Gallant’s trip to the US to discuss Israel’s response has yet to be approved, amid expectations he would travel next week to discuss the issue with US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin at the Pentagon.