The Hebrew “Walla” website indicated in a report that “the army is conducting daily assessments of the situation, in preparation for the expected attack, and the air force is in high readiness with a focus on the control system and the air defense system,” while “the deputy chief of staff of the Israeli army, Amir Baram, is working on Strengthening cooperation with its counterparts at the headquarters of the US Army’s Central Command (CENTCOM), in preparation for various scenarios.”
The report stated that the Israeli army, “against the extremist rhetoric of senior Iranian regime officials, raised its alertness and readiness to the possibility of Tehran launching an attack on Israel, and the readiness is reflected in daily assessments of the situation.”
He stressed that in addition to the presence of hundreds of American soldiers in Israel, who operate the THAAD missile defense system, there is close cooperation between the Israeli army and the American forces stationed in Israel.
According to the report, Israeli army officials said that, despite various publications in foreign media, there is no information regarding the exact date of the Iranian response, and the assessment is that the Iranians are still studying the methods and strength of the response.
He pointed out that the Israeli army “does not rule out the possibility of an Iranian response from Syria, Yemen and Iraq, and not necessarily from Iran directly.” Likewise, the security services do not rule out the possibility that the Iranians will attempt to assassinate senior Israeli officials in Israel and abroad.”
Israeli security officials estimated that “the Iranians are taking into account the American warnings, and are checking the boundaries with the United States, which is present during the election period, and it can be estimated that an Iranian attack on Israel may affect the elections in the country.”
Israeli army officials confirmed that “it will partially increase the number of formations in the field of warning, air defense, intelligence and operations in the General Staff, despite estimates that the American elections may postpone the Iranian response by at least a few days.”
Source: Agencies
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**Interview on Israel’s Heightened Military Preparedness Against Iran**
**Interviewer:** Good evening, and welcome to our news segment. Today, we have with us Dr. Sarah Cohen, an expert in Middle Eastern geopolitics. Dr. Cohen, thank you for joining us.
**Dr. Cohen:** Thank you for having me.
**Interviewer:** The recent reports indicate that the Israeli military is increasing its readiness in anticipation of a potential attack from Iran. Can you explain why this is happening now?
**Dr. Cohen:** Certainly. Right now, the region is filled with heightened tensions, particularly due to Iran’s advancing nuclear program and aggressive rhetoric. Israel perceives the current Iranian stance as not just a threat, but an imminent danger, especially with the backdrop of recent military exercises and threats from Iranian officials.
**Interviewer:** The Hebrew ‘Walla’ website mentioned that the Israeli Air Force is focused on control systems and air defense. Why is this focus particularly important?
**Dr. Cohen:** Air defense systems are crucial because they serve as the first line of defense against missile attacks. Iran has been developing a range of missiles that could potentially target Israeli cities and critical infrastructure. Essentially, ensuring that their air defense is robust allows Israel to mitigate damage and respond quickly if an attack were to occur.
**Interviewer:** The report also indicated that there are ongoing efforts to strengthen cooperation with the US Army’s Central Command. How significant is this collaboration?
**Dr. Cohen:** Collaboration with the US is vital for Israel. It not only enhances Israel’s military capabilities but also ensures intelligence sharing and strategic planning. The U.S. has extensive resources and expertise, and by working closely with CENTCOM, Israel can better prepare for various scenarios, including direct engagement from Iran or its proxies in the region.
**Interviewer:** Lastly, what do you think might happen next, given the current situation?
**Dr. Cohen:** We are likely to see an increase in military readiness not only from Israel but also from Iran as tensions rise. Diplomatic efforts may continue, but if both sides dig in, we could see a heightened military confrontation. It’s a very precarious situation, and the international community will need to keep a close eye.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Dr. Cohen, for your insights on this pressing issue. We appreciate your time.
**Dr. Cohen:** Thank you for having me!
