Israel on edge over Iran - but not unprepared
Ynetnews • • nation
Key Points:
- IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir has remained publicly silent on the security implications for Israel if the U.S. strikes Iran, though he has privately briefed political leaders on potential risks and scenarios.
- Unlike the well-planned Operation Rising Lion last June, a joint U.S.-Israeli war with Iran is not currently part of IDF planning, which focuses on stabilization and readiness in 2026 after ongoing conflicts.
- Military officials are concerned about various scenarios including missile attacks from Iran and Hezbollah, potential mass-casualty events, and a prolonged war of attrition disrupting Israeli infrastructure and economy.
- Hezbollah, heavily armed and financially supported by Iran, could enter the conflict, posing additional challenges with coordinated attacks
