Situation Assessment by the Israeli Ministry of Defense
The occupying Israeli Ministry of Defense issued a written statement after Defense Minister Yoav Gallant met with Air Force commanders and assessed the situation against possible attacks by Iran. In this statement, Air Force Commander Tomer Barand details of the meeting attended by other senior military officials were shared.
“Our adversaries are carefully considering their moves because of the capabilities you have demonstrated over the past year. However, we must be prepared for all options, including a rapid transition to the offensive,” Gallant said at the meeting.
Statement from Northern Command
The occupying Israeli General Staff, Commander of the Northern Command, Major General Ori GordinIn a written statement regarding the meeting held by the local administrators in northern Israel, Gordin stated that the army had “counter-attack plans ready” ahead of the expected attack by Iran and Lebanese Hezbollah on the local administrators.
- Gordin stressed that all occupying Israeli soldiers are ready for a counter-attack.
- He expressed his determination to change the equation in northern Israel and bring back Israeli citizens who were forced to leave their homes.
Tensions in Gaza and Lebanon
To the Gaza Strip October 7, 2023 The occupying Israel, which has been continuing its attacks since 1980, has also been experiencing conflicts with the Lebanese Hezbollah on its northern border. Recently, Israel’s attack on the capital of Lebanon BeirutOne of Hezbollah’s top commanders in Fuad SukurAfter the airstrike on Hamas, the head of the Hamas Political Bureau Ismail HaniyehWith the assassination of in Tehran, tensions in the region have risen further.
Blaming Israel for Haniyeh’s assassination IranianAnd Lebanese Hezbollah , have threatened retaliation against Tel Aviv. These developments are increasing tensions in the region and attracting international attention.