‘Missiles Not A Joke’: Israel’s Former PM Says He Would’ve Preferred Engagement Over War With Iran

In a rare admission, former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert confessed that Israel was afraid during its recent war with Iran, saying Iranian ballistic missiles are no joke. Olmert told BBC that if he were still in office, he would have urged Iran to pursue a positive path instead of conflict. His comments come after revelations that Iran fired over 500 ballistic missiles and 1100 drones, striking multiple Israeli military sites last month. Although Israel downplayed damage details, The Telegraph reported five IDF bases were hit, with Oregon State University radar confirming bomb damage. The war was triggered by Israeli strikes on Iran’s military leaders and nuclear facilities, which Israel claimed were needed to prevent an existential threat.