Iran Fears Imminent US Attack Amid Rising Regional Tensions
Translated & summarized from i24NEWS French by baba
Iranian officials believe a US attack is imminent, with an "atmosphere of war" in Tehran amid rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. Israel's Chief of Staff warned of escalation, announcing increased military readiness. Both Israel and the US are coordinating potential responses, but neither wants to escalate before elections, though Iran may exploit the timing. A conflict could lead to renewed negotiations.
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- Iranian officials believe a US attack is imminent, citing an "atmosphere of war" in Tehran.
- Tensions are escalating in the Strait of Hormuz, with Iranian forces reportedly causing ships to sink.
- Israel's Chief of Staff warned of escalation and announced increased military readiness.
- Any US or Israeli strike would be coordinated, with Saudi Arabia's participation possible.
- Neither the US nor Israel wants to escalate before their upcoming elections.
- Iran may exploit the electoral timing to increase military pressure.
Iranian officials have conveyed to regional diplomats their belief that a new American attack on Iran is imminent, stating, "We are convinced that the United States will strike. An atmosphere of war prevails in Tehran." These concerns arise as military tensions escalate in the Strait of Hormuz, where Iranian forces have conducted numerous firings recently, reportedly causing several ships to sink.
In Israel, the Chief of Staff of the IDF, Eyal Zamir, warned on Wednesday of a growing risk of escalation. He announced an increase in military personnel and affirmed the army's readiness to resume combat quickly if necessary. Any new offensive against Iran would involve close coordination between Israel and the United States, ruling out a unilateral operation by either country. Saudi Arabia's potential participation in strikes is also not discounted.
However, neither Washington nor Jerusalem appears eager to provoke an escalation before upcoming elections in both countries. Officials familiar with discussions involving Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu indicate he is hesitant to launch an offensive before the vote. The simultaneous reinforcement of Israeli and Iranian military deployments, however, raises fears of a miscalculation that could trigger an unintended clash.
Iran might seek to exploit the electoral calendar in the US and Israel by intensifying military pressure, as a confrontation, even limited, could serve its political and strategic interests. Such a conflict might not be decisive and could potentially lead to renewed negotiations between the parties.
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