The Israeli defense establishment raised its alert level by one notch, though not to its highest state, according to a defense assessment. The assessment warns that if the United States attacks Iran, Israel will be struck by Iranian retaliation and will respond. The move comes as all eyes are on President Trump's next steps regarding Iran.
The Israeli defense establishment has raised its alert level by one notch, according to a defense assessment. The assessment, reported Saturday evening, indicates that the heightened readiness is not at its peak level but reflects increased caution amid the ongoing standoff with Iran.
The assessment further warns that if the United States carries out a strike against Iran, Israel will likely face direct Iranian retaliation and would respond in kind. The situation underscores the delicate balance as all parties await President Trump's decision on whether to order military action against Tehran.
As The Zioneer has reported in recent weeks, the IDF has been on high alert, and the US has updated Israel on its strike intentions. Earlier assessments suggested that Iran might strike Gulf states rather than Israel, but the current assessment indicates a direct threat to Israel if the US attacks.
Details of the specific alert level change were not disclosed, and the timing of any potential US strike remains unclear. The assessment remains an analysis by defense sources, not a confirmed operational plan.
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