The whole world is watching the Middle East. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's operation in Lebanon, described as an attempt to escalate the war in Gaza, continues with ground operations. Many civilians have lost their lives in attacks allegedly targeting Hezbollah. Simultaneously with the attacks in Lebanon, explosion sounds were heard from Damascus last night. As the possibility of a regional war grows stronger, a critical statement has come from the USA. "IT WILL HAVE SERIOUS CONSEQUENCES FOR IRAN"A US official claimed that Iran is preparing for an attack on Israel. In a statement made by a senior White House official, it was said, "The US has indications that Iran is preparing to launch a ballistic missile attack on Israel in the near future. We are actively supporting defense preparations to protect Israel against this attack." The statement included, "A direct military attack from Iran on Israel will have serious consequences for Iran." THE US INFORMED ISRAEL ABOUT IRAN'S MISSILE THREATSIsraeli Defense Forces Spokesperson Daniel Hagari announced that the US has informed Israel about potential missile attacks from Iran. Hagari stated that there is currently no threat of attack from Iran and expressed that Israel is ready for both defense and offense. Hagari warned that if Iran attacks Israel, there will be "consequences." "THERE IS NO PLACE IN THE MIDDLE EAST THAT ISRAEL CANNOT REACH"Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the Iranian people in a video statement on his social media account last night. Netanyahu used the following expressions: "When Iran is finally free - which is much closer than you think - everything will be different. Our two ancient peoples, the Jewish people and the Persian people, will finally be at peace. Our countries, Israel and Iran, will be at peace. When that day comes, the terror network established by the regime on five continents will collapse and disintegrate. Iran will develop like never before. Global investment, massive tourism, and brilliant technological innovations based on the tremendous talents in Iran. Instead of endless poverty, oppression, and war, don't these offer a better future? There is no place in the Middle East that Israel cannot reach." WARNING FROM THE US EMBASSY IN ISRAELFollowing reports that Iran is preparing to attack Israel, the US Embassy in Israel issued a security warning to its employees and their families. In a written warning from the embassy, employees and their families were asked to stay at home or in a nearby safe place until further notice due to the current security situation. The timing of the security warning, following claims that Iran is preparing to attack Israel, is noteworthy. The US Embassy in Israel had also issued a similar warning before Iran's attack on Israel with numerous drones and missiles in April.
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