The same sources confirmed early last October that the zero hour was approaching for the Iranian attack, which targeted Israel with approximately 200 ballistic missiles.
The Axios news website also indicated that senior Iranian officials confirmed that Tehran had deployed ballistic missiles in 74 locations across the country in preparation for an attack on Israel.
For its part, the Israeli army raised its alert level on Monday evening in anticipation of an expected “severe” Iranian attack in response to the Israeli attack, and in light of the statements issued by senior Iranian leaders, which confirm the inevitability of Tehran’s response.
The researcher on Iranian affairs at the Israeli Institute for National Security Studies, Benny Sabati, revealed in a newspaper interview on Monday the date of the expected Iranian attack on Israel.
The expert said: “Because of the very high level of threats, I would not be surprised if the Iranian attack was tonight or tomorrow. It would not matter anymore.” “Every timing has its own kind of interest.”
Earlier, Iranian Revolutionary Guard spokesman General Ali Mohammad Naeini said that Tehran will respond decisively “beyond understanding” to the recent Israeli attack on Iranian territory.
For his part, Iranian Leader Ali Khamenei said on Saturday that his country will do everything necessary to confront global arrogance on the military, political and weapons levels, stressing that Iran’s enemies will receive a strict response.
Source: RT
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**Interview with Benny Sabati, Researcher on Iranian Affairs at the Israeli Institute for National Security Studies**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us, Benny. Recent reports indicate that Iran has prepared for a significant military response against Israel, involving the deployment of ballistic missiles at 74 locations across the country. How credible do you believe these threats are, and what implications could they have for regional stability?
**Benny Sabati:** Thank you for having me. The threats are certainly credible, given Iran’s previous military posturing and capabilities. The fact that they have positioned ballistic missiles in such significant numbers suggests a serious intent to retaliate against Israeli actions. This situation heightens regional tensions and raises questions about the potential for escalation into a broader conflict.
**Editor:** With rising military threats, how prepared is Israel to respond to an imminent Iranian attack? What measures are being taken to enhance its defense capabilities?
**Benny Sabati:** Israel is continuously upgrading its air defense systems and military readiness. The recent increase in alert levels is indicative of anticipated threats. However, while Israel maintains strong offensive capabilities, the challenges posed by Iran’s missile arsenal cannot be underestimated. There’s an ongoing debate in Israel about how best to balance deterrence with diplomacy to prevent an all-out war.
**Editor:** Given the escalated rhetoric from Iranian leaders, including promises of responses “beyond understanding,” do you think there is a risk of miscalculated actions leading to an unintended war?
**Benny Sabati:** Absolutely. One of the most concerning aspects of such high-stakes threats is the potential for miscommunication or misinterpretation. Both sides are operating under significant pressure, and one wrong move could trigger a larger conflict than either side anticipates. This is why efforts for open channels of communication are crucial at this juncture.
**Editor:** As we approach the anticipated time for a potential Iranian strike, how do you assess the public sentiment in Israel regarding this looming threat? What do you think the readers would feel or debate about Iran’s capabilities versus the ongoing tensions?
**Benny Sabati:** I believe the public sentiment is one of anxiety mixed with a resolve to defend the nation. The debate among readers might center around the effectiveness of military action versus diplomatic approaches in addressing Iran’s ambitions. People will question whether escalation is necessary and ponder the long-term consequences of a military response. This could lead to a broader discussion on the future of security in the region and the viability of peace initiatives amid such tensions.
