After a barrage of Iranian airstrikes, tensions in the Middle East have escalated dramatically. Iran launched a striking number of 300 missiles and drone attacks on Israel. Meanwhile, there are reports that Israel is ready to respond and may target Iran's nuclear facilities. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu is said to have discussed plans for attacking Iran in a War Cabinet meeting.
Israel's War Cabinet has expressed support for a retaliation against Iran, but the exact timing and manner of such an attack remain the subject of debate. However, sources suggest that Israel could strike Iran's nuclear sites at any moment. Reportedly, several Iranian nuclear sites, including those at Natanz, Isfahan, Arak, Fordow, and Bushehr, are in Israel's sights. Israel's objective seems to be derailing Iran's nuclear program.
Meanwhile, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) remains on alert regarding this potential attack. IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi has expressed concern about a possible strike on Iran's nuclear sites. Iran had shut down its nuclear units as a precaution, but as of Monday, they have been reactivated.
Grossi stated that the Iranian government has informed us of this concern, which is why an alert has been issued. The nuclear centers had been closed, but they have since been reopened. The IAEA continues to closely monitor the Iranian nuclear centers.
War Cabinet Meeting Convened Less Than 24 Hours After the Attack
Israeli PM Netanyahu called for a second War Cabinet meeting less than 24 hours following the Iranian attack. During this, the Israeli military's Chief of Staff, Aviv Kochavi, declared their readiness to retaliate, promising a robust response to the aerial attacks.
Israel's Ambassador Gilad Erdan has also stated that Iran has crossed all limits and Israel has every right to respond.
