Fmr. Mossad intelligence chief: Iran could move faster toward nuclear bomb under new leadership

Ze'ev Palti, former head of the Mossad intelligence directorate, has cautioned that Iran's new leadership might expedite its path toward developing nuclear weapons. Palti expressed uncertainty about the timeline for Iran's decision-making process regarding its nuclear program.

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This is the Americans’ war; their army did everything, and that is how it is presented there in the US. I mean, they decide, they close the war. President Trump is fed up with this whole affair and decides he has had enough of it.

In an interview with 103FM, Palti analyzed the dynamics of dealing with major powers, stating, "This is the Americans’ war; their army did everything, and that is how it is presented there in the US. I mean, they decide, they close the war. President Trump is fed up with this whole affair and decides he has had enough of it.” He suggested that Israel must consider building its own robust capabilities to avoid future reliance on the U.S. for defense and offense.

Palti emphasized the need for Israel to look ahead and assess its strategic decisions, particularly concerning its relationship with the U.S. and its own defense posture. "We need to examine whether it is right to build power and capabilities so that in the future we will not need the Americans," he stated, advocating for self-reliance.

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We need to examine whether it is right to build power and capabilities so that in the future we will not need the Americans.

"We do not have time, we do not have time now," Palti urged, highlighting the critical need for Israel to enhance its military and intelligence capabilities. He stressed the importance of reorganizing the IDF to be prepared for future campaigns, given the unpredictable nature of Iran's nuclear ambitions under its new leadership.

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We do not have time, we do not have time now.