Amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, Israel’s Foreign Minister, Israel Katz, issued a stern warning on Wednesday. He stated that if Iran were to launch an attack against Israel from its territory, Israel would retaliate directly by striking Iran. This statement follows recent events, including the killing of Iranian generals in a blast at the Iranian consulate in Syria earlier this month.
The heightened tensions stem from Iran’s accusations against Israel for the attack on its consulate in Damascus, which resulted in the deaths of 12 individuals, including seven Iranian Revolutionary Guard members, four Syrians, and a member of the Hezbollah militia.
Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, condemned the attack during a prayer ceremony, likening it to an assault on Iranian territory. He vowed retaliation against Israel, holding them accountable for the strike.
Khamenei also criticized Western countries, particularly the US and Britain, for their support of Israel in conflicts such as the recent hostilities between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. He expressed disappointment in their failure to intervene and prevent what he referred to as a “disaster.”
Iran has a history of supporting anti-Israeli militant groups, including Hamas in Palestine and Hezbollah in Lebanon. Despite not officially recognizing Israel, Iran’s involvement in regional conflicts and its support for these groups have contributed to heightened tensions in the Middle East.
The exchange of threats between Israel and Iran marks a significant escalation in their long-standing shadow war. Neither side has provided specific details on how they would retaliate, leaving the situation tense and uncertain. As both countries continue to trade accusations and warnings, the risk of further conflict looms over the region.
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