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MaarivSecurity

Iran Expert Warns of Potential First Strike, New Attack Vectors

Translated & summarized from Maariv by baba

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Hebrew · 1 newsroom

Iran expert Dani Sitrinovitz warned that Iran might launch a preemptive strike and is working to improve its missile accuracy and bypass air defenses. He suggested Iran could target data centers and internet infrastructure, and potentially invade Gulf states like Kuwait and Bahrain. Sitrinovitz believes Iran's main focus will be on the Gulf and the American presence there, with less emphasis on direct attacks against Israel.

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  • Iran expert Dani Sitrinovitz warns Iran might attack first and target data centers.
  • Iran is reportedly working to improve missile accuracy and bypass air defenses.
  • Sitrinovitz suggests Iran could disrupt internet lines under the Strait of Hormuz.
  • An invasion of Kuwait and Bahrain is a potential Iranian strategy, Sitrinovitz said.
  • Iran's primary focus may shift to Gulf states and U.S. presence there.

An Iran expert has warned of the possibility that Iran might initiate a future conflict, suggesting a shift in its attack strategies. Dani Sitrinovitz, speaking on 103fm, indicated that Iran has been working to rebuild its missile capabilities, aiming to improve accuracy and circumvent air defenses. However, Sitrinovitz believes Iran's focus may shift away from direct attacks on Israel, towards other targets.

According to Sitrinovitz, Iran might target data centers and artificial intelligence infrastructure, potentially disrupting internet lines passing under the Strait of Hormuz. He also raised the possibility of an invasion of Gulf states like Kuwait and Bahrain. Sitrinovitz suggested that any changes in Iran's operational methods would primarily be directed at Gulf nations and the American presence there.

He stated that while Iran might still attempt attacks on Israel, the primary focus would be on the Gulf. Sitrinovitz noted that Iran's efforts to improve its missile systems have met with only partial success. The article also includes a photo caption identifying Ahmad Vahidi as the Commander of the Revolutionary Guards.

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