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Oddly enough, an Israeli official publicly called on the Iranians to strike Osirak after the beginning of hostilities between Iraq and Iran. During the Osirak raid, called Operation Opera, they pretended to be Saudis over Jordan and Jordanians over Saudi Arabia, using each nation's arab dialects, call signs, and flying formations.

However, it's doubtful the Sudanese have anything sophisticated in the area of air defense/detection requiring such subterfuge. Egypt is currently occupied with internal issues. I wouldn't be surprised if their post-Mubarak command structure has had an effect on reaction/competency.

I find the timing and possible use of a submarine interesting. Israel has been conducting air exercises with other Mediterranean nations. Iran is in the midst of a naval excercise.

Whatever the reason for the strike, I'm sure it was important and legitimate. It's also a pretty good opportunity for a warm up act if the head east next time.