US President Joe Biden stated on Wednesday that he opposes Israel's reported plans to strike Iran's nuclear facilities in response to missile attacks from Tehran, urging Tel Aviv to act "proportionately." While acknowledging Israel's right to self-defense, Biden emphasized that any response should be measured.

His comments followed discussions with G7 leaders regarding new sanctions against Iran. The leaders, including Biden, condemned Iran’s recent missile attacks on Israel, which have heightened tensions in the Middle East. Biden confirmed that additional sanctions would be imposed on Iran as a consequence of these attacks and indicated he would soon speak with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu regarding the situation.

In response to questions about Israel's intentions to target Iran’s nuclear and oil installations, Biden firmly stated, "The answer is no." Analysts suggest that Israel's retaliation could be more severe than its previous responses to Iranian attacks, potentially targeting Tehran's strategic infrastructure this time around. Experts believe the US should work to moderate Israel’s response to prevent a broader conflict in the region.

Biden mentioned that he would discuss Israel's plans with Netanyahu, asserting that Iran's actions had gone "way off course." He reiterated the G7's consensus that while Israel has the right to respond, it should do so proportionately.

Meanwhile, Israeli officials informed their US counterparts that they were finalizing targets and timing for their response to Iran’s missile strikes. The situation is particularly tense, with ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon. The Biden administration has been attempting to broker a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas conflict, while the threat of a larger regional war looms.

In a recent escalation, Israeli airstrikes in central Beirut resulted in the deaths of six medics affiliated with Hezbollah, hitting an Islamic rescue center. This attack occurred amid a series of hostilities, including drone strikes launched by Hezbollah against targets in Israel.

As the conflict escalates, Israel is also reportedly targeting a weapons depot in Syria’s coastal region, further complicating the already volatile situation in the Middle East.