Israeli Defense Minister Warns Iran May Attack Israel Over Lebanon Strikes
How 3 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
First reported by Walla · Jun 29, 2026
What happened
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz warned that Iran may launch missile attacks against Israel in retaliation for strikes in Lebanon, with conflict possible at any moment. Katz instructed the IDF to prepare for operations against Iran and affirmed Israel's firm stance against missile fire on its territory. He also detailed the extensive destruction in Lebanese border villages, Israel's refusal to withdraw from the security zone while Hezbollah remains active, and the new security doctrine requiring terrorist disarmament before any withdrawal.
- 01Iran is considering missile attacks on Israel in response to Israeli strikes in Lebanon.
- 02Israel Defense Minister Katz ordered IDF to prepare for "Operation Blue and White" targeting Iran.
- 03Israel will respond strongly to any Iranian missile attacks, a position shared with the U.S.
- 04Hezbollah's involvement in Lebanon aims to support Iran and change northern front dynamics.
- 05Nearly 100% of homes in Lebanese border villages were destroyed, displacing 200,000 residents.
- 06Israel will not withdraw from Lebanon's security zone while Hezbollah remains armed.
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