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After tense nights endured by Tel Aviv under the weight of an unprecedented escalation with Iran, the U.S. Ambassador to Israel, Jack Lew, made a striking statement reflecting the sheer fear triggered by the Iranian missile attacks.
Speaking to Fox News, Lew said: “After weeks of running to shelters, we slept through the night last night — and that was wonderful.”
His remark clearly pointed to the deeply unsettled security environment experienced by foreign diplomatic missions in Israel, including the U.S. Embassy, amid the failure of air defense systems to intercept the intense barrage of missiles.
While Israeli officials have hinted at the end of this round of escalation, the ambassador’s words implicitly acknowledge the psychological pressure and security paralysis the state endured — especially after precision-guided missiles struck strategic sites, including military and research facilities. The attacks forced top officials, including the Prime Minister, to seek shelter underground for days.
The statement came just hours after Hebrew media outlets reported a surge in compensation claims filed by citizens and institutions affected by the strikes. Security sources, meanwhile, warned that the “home front remains insufficiently fortified to withstand any future round.”
In this context, some observers interpret the American ambassador’s emotionally toned remarks as part of a narrative aimed at Western public opinion. The goal may be to highlight Israel’s fragile security reality — even under Washington’s unwavering support — potentially setting the stage for broader debates within the United States over the cost of political and military backing for a state that no longer feels safe, even for its allies.
As Tel Aviv enjoys a single quiet night, the question remains: How long will this calm last? Do the ambassador’s words signal the end of the escalation — or are they merely a pause before the next round begins?
