Israeli Lawmaker Hints at Imminent Military Strike on Iran Amid Rising Tensions

Moshe Saada, a member of the Israeli Knesset from the Likud party, suggested on Thursday the possibility of an imminent military escalation against Iran. Speaking on Channel 14's "Open Studio," Saada estimated that an Israeli strike on Iranian nuclear facilities could occur within days, potentially even over the coming weekend. He clarified that these were personal assessments rather than classified information or official announcements.

Saada also praised the strategic cooperation between Israel and the United States amid ongoing regional developments. His remarks come during a period of heightened alertness in Israel’s and the US’s defense establishments, with the Israel Defense Forces preparing for rapid escalation if necessary.

Concurrently, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) reported conducting its 12th consecutive night of strikes against Iranian military targets, including missile storage, drones, coastal surveillance, and air defense assets. Over 50,000 US troops remain on high alert in the region. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that Iran seeks a deal with the US but repeatedly changes its stance, hindering progress.

Locally, the city of Ramat Gan opened all public bomb shelters as a precaution amid escalating regional tensions, though Home Front Command guidelines have not changed. Despite the heightened state of readiness and political speculation, no official confirmation has been issued by Israeli or American authorities regarding an imminent large-scale military operation against Iran.

Summary: Israeli lawmaker Moshe Saada hinted at a possible Israeli strike on Iran’s nuclear sites within days, amid ongoing US military actions and heightened regional tensions, though no official confirmation has been made.