Israeli Army Chief Raises Readiness for Wide Offensive, Warns of Escalation
Translated & summarized from Al-Shams by baba
Israeli Army Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir announced increased readiness for offensive actions due to rising security escalation risks on multiple fronts. The army is reinforcing its forces, including deploying the 98th Division to the Central Command. Israel will not attack Iran before the U.S. elections, despite heightened alerts, as a decision to strike is linked to U.S. presidential approval. Concerns exist about potential miscalculation and preemptive strikes amid ongoing Israeli-Iranian tensions.
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- Israeli Army Chief Eyal Zamir raised readiness for wide offensive actions amid escalating security threats.
- The army is reinforcing forces, including deploying the 98th Division to the Central Command.
- Israel will not attack Iran before the U.S. elections, awaiting presidential approval.
- Tensions are high during the West Bank olive harvest season, with army securing the area.
- Concerns about miscalculation and preemptive strikes between Israel and Iran persist.
Israeli Army Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir announced on Wednesday an increased likelihood of security escalation on multiple fronts, stating the army's readiness has been raised for "wide-ranging offensive activity" against any entity targeting Israeli citizens. Zamir's remarks came during a security situation assessment and field tour at the Central Command, attended by Central Command chief Major General Avi Bluth and other senior military leaders, to discuss preparations amid rising sensitive security alerts. Zamir confirmed the army's decision to reinforce forces across sectors, including deploying the 98th Division to operate under the Central Command to enhance military deployment and field control. He also addressed tensions coinciding with the olive harvest season in the West Bank, assuring that the army would continue to secure the season, maintain public order, and prevent friction. Meanwhile, an Israeli military source stated on Wednesday that Israel will not attack Iran before the upcoming elections, despite heightened alert levels due to potential Iranian or allied intervention in the elections or an attack. Israel has issued warnings that any "mistake" by Iran could result in an unprecedented Israeli response. The source indicated that any decision to strike Iran is contingent on U.S. President Donald Trump's stance, suggesting Israel cannot act without his approval, which has not yet been finalized. Israeli assessments suggest that previous military approaches will not yield different results without U.S. ground action, and any escalation before the U.S. elections could carry a significant political cost for Trump. Concerns were raised about miscalculation, where Iran might perceive Israeli preparations as an imminent attack and launch a preemptive strike, increasing the possibility of conflict. These statements reflect ongoing tensions between Israel and Iran, alongside anticipation regarding the U.S. position and its influence on Israeli military decisions.
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