Former US diplomat Jeffrey Feltman has said that differences between the United States and Israel over Iran’s military capabilities have become increasingly visible. In an interview with Al Jazeera, he noted that Israel and other close US allies are more concerned about Iran’s ballistic missile program than its nuclear activities. Feltman explained that this issue has become a key point of divergence in shaping military strategies toward Iran.

He added that Gulf countries share similar concerns, as they had believed the US air defense systems provided a strong security shield. However, recent conflicts have repeatedly breached those defenses, undermining their confidence. Analysts cited in the report suggested that this growing divergence could influence future joint strategies by the US and its allies regarding Iran.

The report also mentioned that the differing threat perceptions among allies may complicate coordinated policy responses to Iran’s regional activities.