The United States has received intelligence indicating that Iran is gearing up for a potential ballistic missile attack against Israel in the near future, a senior White House official revealed on Tuesday.
The official warned that any direct military aggression from Iran towards Israel would have severe repercussions for Iran, with the US actively supporting defensive measures in preparation for such an event.
While the Israeli military has not yet detected any imminent aerial threats, they have assured that their air defenses are on high alert and ready to respond if necessary.
The warning of a possible Iranian attack comes on the heels of Israeli troops launching an invasion of southern Lebanon, targeting “Hezbollah terror targets” in border villages that pose a threat to northern Israel.
This escalation in hostilities follows almost a year of cross-border tensions sparked by conflicts in Gaza, with fears mounting that the situation could spiral into a full-blown regional war involving the US and Iran.
Israel Defense Forces (IDF) spokesman Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari confirmed that the US had informed Israel about Iran’s plans for a missile launch, emphasizing that they are prepared to handle any potential threats.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rallied his country, declaring that they are in the midst of a campaign against Iran’s “axis of evil” and urging unity in the face of adversity.
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken reiterated America’s commitment to Israel’s defense, closely monitoring the situation in the Middle East and deploying additional fighter aircraft to the region to deter aggression.
The tension between Iran and Israel has been escalating since early August, with Iran threatening retaliation for the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran. The recent killing of Hezbollah’s leader in an Israeli airstrike further fueled the animosity between the two nations.
Iran, along with its allied armed groups in the region, collectively known as the “Axis of Resistance,” have long been at odds with the US and Israel, posing a complex and volatile threat to regional stability.
