Israel's top military leader has hinted at a lengthy conflict with Iran. This comes as European nations try to broker a peace deal and keep the U. S. from getting more involved.

The Israeli military chief, Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir, recently spoke to troops. He made it clear that the fight against Iran is far from over. Israel has already hit several key targets. These include nuclear sites, missile launch capabilities, and even some of Iran's top military leaders. But Zamir warned that this is just the beginning. He said Israel is facing a complex and dangerous enemy. He urged soldiers to be ready for a long, tough battle.

Meanwhile, the foreign ministers of the UK, France, and Germany were in Switzerland. They met with Iran's foreign minister to discuss a potential deal. The goal is to end the long-running dispute over Iran's nuclear program. France's president, Emmanuel Macron, said the Europeans have a detailed plan. This is the first direct talk between Western officials and Iran since Israel's recent large-scale attack.

The U. S. is also watching closely. The White House said President Donald Trump would decide soon whether to get more involved in the conflict. Macron noted that the talks face big challenges. Iran has repeatedly said it won't give up its uranium enrichment program. This is a major sticking point in the negotiations.

Iran's foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, made it clear that Iran won't talk to the U. S. while under attack. But he did say Iran is open to hearing what the Europeans have to say. The European nations involved in the talks are part of a 2015 nuclear accord with Iran. Trump pulled the U. S. out of this deal during his first term.

Israel's prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, has always been against diplomatic efforts with Iran. He has vowed to keep attacking until Iran's nuclear program and missile capabilities are destroyed. The recent fighting has already caused some damage. Israel struck a key nuclear site in Iran, causing concern about nuclear safety. The head of the UN's atomic watchdog warned that such attacks could have serious consequences.

Israel and Iran have been exchanging fire. Israel hit targets in western Tehran, while Iran fired missiles at Israeli cities. Fortunately, there were no reports of deaths. Analysts say Israel might not be able to destroy all of Iran's nuclear sites without U. S. help. This adds another layer of complexity to the situation.

The conflict between Israel and Iran is part of a larger geopolitical struggle. It involves nuclear ambitions, regional power dynamics, and international diplomacy. As the situation unfolds, the world watches closely. The outcome could have significant impacts on global security and politics.

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