Jerusalem. December 2. INTERFAX - A military solution to Iran's nuclear problem is the least preferable option, but its possibilities cannot be ruled out, Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz said before leaving for the United States for talks with the American authorities.
"The military option should always be on the agenda. Of course, this is the last thing we want to resort to, but we have no right not to prepare for it for ourselves," the Jerusalem Post quoted him as saying.
He clarified that a military option should be considered if an agreement with Iran on the nuclear issue is not reached. According to Gantz, a good deal with Tehran will provide for the prevention of Iran's research, development and accumulation of enriched nuclear materials, the cessation of Iran's hostile activity in the region and its support for terrorism.
Gantz expressed his conviction that the United States would support Israel if it attacked Iran, however, Gantz clarified, "Israel is not obliged to coordinate its defense with anyone."
However, the minister refused to specify what would become a "red line" for Israel, only noting that "there will be a moment when the region and Israel will have no choice but to act."
