As Israel plots to strike Iran, its choices range from symbolic to severe

Associated Press

JERUSALEM (AP) — Israel has promised to retaliate for Iran’s massive missile attack last week. How it does so involves great risk, and could have broad repercussions for the archenemies, the Middle East and the world. Israeli decision-makers are considering a host of options ranging from symbolic strikes on military or government targets to crippling attacks on Iran’s vital oil industry or its secretive and heavily fortified nuclear program. The Associated Press spoke to former Israeli prime ministers, as well as other experts, to explore Israel’s options. While there is a broad consensus that Israel must strike back, there are deep disagreements over the best way to do so.