Why Iran Risked an Attack on Israel

Iran launched attacks on Israel to demonstrate support for Hezbollah in Lebanon and prevent shifts in the regional balance of power. Despite these first long-range missile exchanges in roughly two months, the actions did not cross President Donald Trump's red lines. Trump continues pursuing a long-term agreement to end the Iran war, maintaining that Iran is ready to negotiate, even as the recent escalations threaten to derail the process and drag the region back into war.