It is NO secret that Iran hates Israel.

So this morning I read this:

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2006/04/12/AR2006041200477.html

Especially this:

Elder statesman Shimon Peres described Iran's announcement as "worrying and frustrating," but said patience was needed.
"The United States has placed this issue at the top of its agenda. I do not recommend that we should be involved," he told Israel Radio. "I am sure the United States is aware of the expected danger and the matter is in its hands."

My question is, if Israel is "Free to defend herself" and Iran is a threat to Israel, then how did WE end up the position that we are in?????