Israeli Air Force conducts long-range sortie near Iran border ahead of elections

Dozens of Israeli fighter jets flew a long-range sortie reaching the Iranian border, a show of force that officials say was meant to deter Iran. The operation occurred a week before Israeli elections and coincided with the U.S. defense secretary's visit to Ovda Air Base, though officials deny a connection. The risk of miscalculation is highlighted, given the proximity to Iran and the sensitive timing.