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US Sounds Alarm on Potential Iranian Missile Strike Against Israel
The United States has issued a stark warning about an imminent Iranian ballistic missile attack on Israel, escalating tensions in an already volatile Middle East. A senior White House official, speaking to Al Jazeera, described the situation as "urgent and dangerous," revealing that U.S. intelligence has detected credible threats of an impending strike.
In response to this looming crisis, the U.S. has pledged its support for Israel's defensive preparations. The White House official emphasized that any direct military action by Iran would result in "severe consequences" for Tehran, underscoring the gravity of the situation.
Israeli forces are not taking these threats lightly. Daniel Hagari, spokesperson for the Israeli Occupation Forces (IOF), confirmed that their air defense systems are fully operational and ready to counter any potential aggression. This state of high alert comes in the wake of recent Israeli airstrikes that resulted in the deaths of several Iranian military leaders and Hezbollah's Hassan Nasrallah in southern Lebanon.
Iran, for its part, has vowed retaliation for these losses. The Iranian embassy in Lebanon reaffirmed Tehran's unwavering support for the Lebanese resistance, stating that their influence will become increasingly evident as they pursue victory over what they term "Zionist terrorism."
As tensions mount, Israel has intensified its military operations in Lebanon, conducting air raids on Beirut that have reportedly claimed hundreds of civilian lives. The IOF has announced plans for a "limited" incursion into southern Lebanon, targeting Hezbollah strongholds. However, Hezbollah disputes claims that Israeli ground troops have entered Lebanese territory.
This escalation of hostilities has broader regional implications. Over 100,000 people have reportedly crossed from Lebanon into Syria as Israel steps up its attacks, indicating a growing humanitarian crisis.
The international community watches with bated breath as this high-stakes confrontation unfolds. With both sides seemingly poised for conflict, the risk of a wider regional war looms large, threatening to destabilize an already fragile Middle East.