Could An Israeli Air Strike Stop Iran's Nuclear Program? -- Christian Science Monitor
Israel does have the capability to attack Iran’s nuclear facilities, but such an operation would be very complex and costly, politically.
The short answer is yes, but it's unlikely that Israel could destroy all of Iran's nuclear sites, and it would run the risk of leaving behind an angrier and even more committed enemy.
Iran insists that its nuclear program is for peaceful purposes. But Tehran's declaration in late September of a second, previously undisclosed, uranium enrichment facility has heightened Western suspicions that it seeks weapons as well – and may have additional secret facilities. The US, Britain, France, Russia, China, and Germany met on Oct. 1 with Iran in Geneva for nuclear talks but reached no concrete results, though all parties agreed to meet again before the end of October.
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My Comment: A very accurate assessment of what is at stake, and what is Israel capable of. This is a good post if you want to read a brief review of the situation.