Israel Can Hit Iran Nuclear Site Without US, Some Experts Say

As the world awaits US President Donald Trump’s decision on whether to join Israel in attacking Iran’s nuclear program, many experts argue that Israel simply can’t do the job alone.

Its military lacks the heavy bombs and B-2 stealth jets needed to penetrate the uranium enrichment hall at the Fordow site hidden deep under a mountain near the holy city of Qom, whose destruction is viewed as key.

But there is a competing view and it was expressed by a top Israeli official, speaking on condition of anonymity: There are many options still on the table, this official replied, ...