Top Israeli general secretly visits Pentagon

February 2, 2026

TL;DR

IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir made a secret visit to Washington.
The visit aimed to present intelligence, discuss military options against Iran, and influence diplomatic contacts.
Israel is concerned President Trump may strike a deal with Iran that leaves its ballistic missile program intact.
The US has increased its military presence in the Middle East.
Officials are uncertain if Trump will opt for military action, preferring a diplomatic solution publicly.
Israel privately warns that inaction could be seen as weakness, but fears retaliation if the US strikes Iran.
Washington denies seeking to destabilize Iran, while Iranian leaders maintain their nuclear program is peaceful.

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