"...The U.S. chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff met with Israeli leaders through the day on Friday as the allies sought to tighten coordination to block Iran's nuclear program, amid concerns about rising tensions in the Persian Gulf.
Army Gen. Martin Dempsey said his meetings with his counterpart, Lt. Gen. Benny Gantz, and Israel's top military brass were "very good," without giving further details.
Israelis are anxious ... ... U.S. officials have expressed concern that Israel will embark on a unilateral strike ...
While the U.S. has vowed not to let Iran block the Strait of Hormuz, U.S. officials have made several moves to cool tensions in the gulf...
Gen. Dempsey's visit to Israel, his first as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, was preceded by multiple, seemingly conflicting messages regarding policy on Iran from Israeli leaders.... During his one-day stopover in Israel, Gen. Dempsey met with Messrs. Netanyahu and Barak. He also met President Shimon Peres, who alluded to the difference of opinions...... "
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