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Iran Prepares Retaliation Against Israel Amid Escalating Tensions

Iran's military leadership is mobilizing forces for a possible direct attack on Israel following recent strikes, raising fears of wider regional conflict.

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Updated: Nov 1st, 2024, 12:18 AM ET

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Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has instructed forces to prep for an imminent retaliation against Israel following significant strikes last week. Multiple Iranian officials confirm plans for a targeted response concerning military assets, indicating a decisive nature to Iran's actions, despite concerns about the timing influencing U.S. political scenarios. Reports suggest imminent threats of missile and drone attacks from Iraqi territory, heightening fears of an all-out conflict in the Middle East. The situation remains precarious as Iran balances its military response with political considerations in the wake of U.S. elections.

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