Iran’s Retaliatory Assault May Emanate from Iraq, Israeli Intelligence Predicts
Iran’s Retaliatory Assault May Emanate from Iraq, Israeli Intelligence Predicts, According to insights from Israeli intelligence, Iran could be orchestrating an imminent offensive targeting Israel, possibly executed from Iraqi territory. This could unfold in mere days and potentially before the U.S. Two Israeli sources told Axios about the presidential election.
Why It’s Critical
The prolonged and volatile exchange between Israel and Iran has recently intensified, with each side reacting to the other in a continuous cycle of reprisal. Launching an assault from Iraq—utilizing Iran-aligned militias rather than striking directly from Iranian soil—might be a strategic maneuver by Tehran to evade direct Israeli retaliation against Iran’s infrastructure.
The Strategic Blueprint
Intelligence from Israel suggests that a significant arsenal of drones and ballistic missiles stationed in Iraq could spearhead this potential offensive. Its appears poised to activate these resources quickly, depending on a green light from Tehran. However, American officials remain uncertain if the final decision to proceed has indeed been made.
Noteworthy Statements from Iran
Hossein Salami, a high-ranking commander in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), recently asserted that committed a severe miscalculation with its recent attack on Iran. Salami warned that forthcoming response would deviate sharply from any outcomes may anticipate. Additionally, a prominent source informed CNN that reprisal is intended to be decisive and agonizing, with a likely execution before the U.S. elections.
Mohammad Mohammadi Golpayegani, the chief of staff to Iran’s supreme leader, reiterated on al-Mayadeen TV that Iranian retaliation is inevitable, promising a powerful response that will leave Israel remorseful over its aggressive actions.
Context of Escalation
Last week marked a turning point openly launched airstrikes on Iranian military sites, a first in their hostilities. These strikes targeted military infrastructure and air defenses across several waves, deliberately avoiding nuclear facilities or oil assets. In response, Iran downplayed the damage, asserting that the attack inflicted only minimal harm while vowing revenge.
This escalation traces back to offensive three weeks prior when it launched 180 missiles at Israel. Israel’s air defenses neutralized much of this assault, yet the incident underscored the deepening hostilities between the two nations.
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