http://www.ipsnews.net/news.asp?idnews=106621 Dempsey Told Israelis U.S. Won't Join Their War on Iran By Gareth Porter*

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Dempsey Told Israelis U.S. Won't Join Their War on Iran
By Gareth Porter*

General Martin Dempsey, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.  Credit:Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff

WASHINGTON, Feb 1, 2012 (IPS) - Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Martin Dempsey told Israeli leaders Jan. 20 that the United States would not participate in a war against Iran begun by Israel without prior agreement from Washington, according to accounts from well-placed senior military officers.