Tel Aviv, March 3 (Reuters) - The Israeli military has prepared for a campaign against Iran that could last several weeks but is unlikely to see the deployment of ground forces, a military
Israel Prepares for Weeks-Long Iran Campaign, Ground Forces Unlikely
Israeli Military Strategy and Response to Iran
Preparation for a Prolonged Campaign
Tel Aviv, March 3 (Reuters) - The Israeli military has prepared for a campaign against Iran that could last several weeks but is unlikely to see the deployment of ground forces, a military spokesperson told reporters on Tuesday.
Duration and Flexibility of Operations
"We have prepared a general scope of weeks," Lieutenant Colonel Nadav Shoshani said in an online briefing, adding that the duration of the military campaign could change, depending on developments. He described progress so far as positive.
Likelihood of Ground Force Deployment
When asked if Israel could deploy ground forces to Iran, Shoshani said that was unlikely.
Official Statements on Ground Operations
"I don't think that's something very likely at the moment for Israeli forces. There's not a practical idea at the moment that I know of," he said.
Current Military Actions and International Involvement
Israel and the U.S. have been carrying out air strikes against Iran since Saturday, triggering Iranian retaliation.
Prime Minister's Perspective on Conflict Duration
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Monday that the U.S.-Israel war with Iran could take "some time" but would not take years.
Reporting and Editorial Credits
(Reporting by Alexander Cornwell and Steven Scheer; Editing by Aidan Lewis)
