Israel’s F-35 fleet could face disruption without Iran directly striking Nevatim Air Base, according to a scenario reported by Israel Hayom. The assessment warns that wartime unrest, blocked roads, illegal weapons, armed cells and drone incursions could combine to prevent pilots and support crews from reaching the strategically vital base. It also cites previous gunfire and drone penetrations at Nevatim and an alleged Iranian spy tasked with monitoring fighter takeoffs. The report does not claim Iran controls the Negev’s illegal weapons. Instead, it asks whether Tehran could exploit existing vulnerabilities during a wider war.
