Israel's military on high alert amid 'large scale war' warning as Iran could attack in days
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Israel's military is on high alert amid warnings that Iran may be gearing up for a major attack that could spark a large-scale war. In the latest flare-up between the two, Tehran is believed to be preparing to hit Israeli targets before Donald Trump becomes US President on January 20. Iran is feared to be deciding whether to target infrastructure and energy supplies or carry out a cyber-attack.
It first targeted Israel last year with 330 drones and missiles after Israel hit its consul building in Damascus, killing three generals and four officers. That prompted an Israeli missile response, leading to direct exchanges. Iran vowed to launch revenge strikes after an attack in October hit missile, drone and air defence targets. Pressure was stepped up by recent Israeli strikes on Houthi rebel targets in Yemen after they targeted Israel.
Iran’s regime has been hit by political infighting and power struggles while its disastrous economy has left 25% of the population in poverty. Traditionally, its regime has used the threat of war to deflect from domestic problems. A security source told the Mirror: “Israel has been waiting for a response from Iran for some time and Tehran is under increasing pressure. Domestically, the regime is under scrutiny as it has major internal problems. It also appears weak since losing much of its proxy power in Syria when ally Bashar al-Assad was unseated.”.
It is believed Iran may use its air, sea and ground exercises as cover for an attack – an escalation that could spark all-out war. According to sources, Tehran may consider hitting Israel before Trump’s inauguration. Tehran may hope that outgoing President Joe Biden will not respond, for fear of damaging his legacy.
