The Ben Shapiro Show Israel and Iran - Nuclear Enemies | Facts Ep. 20
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Jun 14, 2025 The podcast dives into the longstanding conflict between Israel and Iran, emphasizing the aggressive tactics employed by Iran over the decades. It discusses Operation Rising Lion, where Israel takes a strong military stance against threats. The historical context of tension, particularly the 2006 war, is examined alongside Iran's concerning nuclear ambitions. The episode highlights the moral implications of Israel's military actions and the role of strength in achieving peace, especially in light of recent events involving Hamas.
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Israel-Iran Conflict Origins
- Israel's conflict with Iran is a result of four decades of Iranian hostility, not Israel starting a war.
- Operation Rising Lion represents Israel targeting Iran's nuclear threat decisively and morally.
Begin Doctrine Established
- Israel's 1981 Operation Opera set the precedent for preemptive strikes to stop nuclear threats.
- The Begin Doctrine formalized Israel's right to act unilaterally for national security.
Iran’s Covert Nuclear Strategy
- Iran developed a covert, distributed nuclear program underground to avoid detection.
- This multi-site strategy made the Iranian nuclear threat complex and hard to counter.