Retired U.S. generals back U.S.-Israel strike on Iran to degrade its capabilities

A letter signed by 74 retired U.S. generals and admirals, published by JINSA, endorses joint U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran (Epic Fury and Roaring Lion) as a move to degrade Tehran’s military capabilities, citing decades of threats, Iran’s proxies, and nuclear ambitions. The signees—former top officers—urge close U.S.-Israel coordination, while critics warn the operation could widen the conflict; the report also references a claim that a U.S. submarine sank an Iranian warship and covers international and domestic reactions from leaders and lawmakers.