Israel's surprise preemptive strike on Iranian nuclear facilities, followed by Iranian retaliatory missile strikes, has left Israelis feeling both triumphant and fearful. Haaretz columnist Amir Tibon reports widespread public support for the war, outlining best-case (US intervention or Iranian concessions) and worst-case (prolonged attrition) scenarios. Tibon suggests the pre-strike period was a joint US-Israeli strategy to lure Iran into a trap. The conflict has also stranded thousands of Israelis abroad, as highlighted by Professor Amit Schejter's experience.

Prepared by Rachel Morgan and reviewed by editorial team.