The White House has raised alarms, warning that Iran is preparing to launch a ballistic missile attack against Israel. A senior official stated that the U.S. is supporting Israel in its defensive measures, while also cautioning that any direct military strike by Iran will lead to severe consequences.

Israeli Raids on Hezbollah in Lebanon Intensify

The warning comes as Israel continues its ground operations in Lebanon, focusing on degrading Hezbollah’s military positions. The Iran-backed militant group has been a primary target of Israel’s raids, which are part of a larger campaign to weaken Hezbollah’s influence in the region.

Targeting of Hezbollah Leaders

In recent weeks, Israel has been aggressively targeting Hezbollah’s leadership, using explosives concealed in communication devices such as pagers and walkie-talkies. Airstrikes on Hezbollah’s command centers in Beirut have also been carried out, including a strike that killed Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah.

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U.S. Military Bolsters Presence in Middle East

As tensions escalate, the U.S. is preparing for potential Iranian retaliation. Over the weekend, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin ordered an increased U.S. military presence in the region, with the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln and its destroyers remaining in place. Additional air-support capabilities have been deployed, and more U.S. troops are on standby. The USS Wasp Amphibious Ready Group’s deployment in the eastern Mediterranean has also been extended to deter further violence and protect U.S. interests.

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