The United States has alerted its close allies to the possibility of an imminent Iranian attack on Israel within the next 24 to 48 hours, according to sources cited by Axios. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken conveyed Washington’s concerns during a conference call with his G7 counterparts on Sunday.
Blinken emphasized that pressuring Tehran to limit any potential assault is crucial to preventing a broader regional conflict. While the exact timing remains uncertain, he indicated that the attack could begin as early as Monday.
The high-level communication aimed to coordinate efforts among U.S. allies to urge Iran and Hezbollah to minimize retaliation and deescalate rising tensions in the Middle East.
The alert follows a series of violent incidents, including the recent assassinations of senior Hezbollah military commander Fouad Shokor in Beirut and Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran on July 31. Just days prior, a rocket strike in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights resulted in the deaths of 12 children and teenagers.
Iran, Hamas, and Hezbollah have blamed Israel for these killings and have vowed retaliation. Israel acknowledged responsibility for Shokor’s assassination, citing it as a response to the Golan Heights attack, but did not confirm involvement in Haniyeh’s death.
As rocket attacks and exchanges of fire intensify along the Israel-Lebanon border, diplomatic efforts are underway to manage and contain the crisis. The situation remains volatile, with international leaders closely monitoring developments to prevent further escalation.
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U.S. believes Iran could attack Israel within 24 to 48 hours
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