Spy Chief Gabbard Says US, Israel Have Different Iran War Goals
Tulsi Gabbard during hearing in Washington on March 19.
Photographer: Daniel Heuer/BloombergUS spy chief Tulsi Gabbard acknowledged the US and Israel have different goals for their joint military campaign in Iran, underscoring tensions after Israeli jets struck energy facilities and President Donald Trump pressed for de-escalation.
Gabbard, the US director of national intelligence and previously a vocal critic of US engagement in foreign wars, told lawmakers that Israel is focused on targeting Iran’s leadership, while the Trump administration’s goals are centered on degrading the country’s military.