Looming Israeli Strike on Iran Offers Fresh Test of US Sway.

President Joe Biden is urging Israel to limit its retaliation against Iran for a recent strike to military targets, rather than economic ones. The US is proposing alternatives such as economic sanctions to avoid further escalation. However, there are concerns about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's willingness to comply, as he has shown little interest in helping Vice President Kamala Harris's campaign. Tensions between the US and Israel are already strained, as Netanyahu has disregarded US advice in the past. The European Union is expected to impose sanctions on Iran, but other allies are waiting to see Israel's response before committing to new restrictions. [Extracted from the article]