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Iran vs. Israel: Tensions Rise as Threat of Attack Looms

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Tensions between Iran and Israel escalate as US President Biden predicts imminent attack from Iran. Find out how the historic enmity between the two nations is fueling the current standoff!

The recent statements from US President Joe Biden have escalated concerns over a potential Iranian attack on Israel. Biden emphasized the US commitment to defending Israel while urging Tehran to show restraint. The looming threat has prompted the US, Britain, and France to issue new travel guidelines for government employees in Israel. The longstanding animosity between Iran and Israel dates back to Iran's 1979 Islamic revolution, which transformed their once cordial relations into deep-seated enmity.

As tensions flare, the conflict risks testing the limits of US policy in the region. Biden's unwavering support for Israel clashes with the US goal of preventing a regional war, presenting a diplomatic challenge. The situation is further complicated by reports warning of a potential major drone and missile attack from Iran. In response, a US general has met with Israeli defense officials to discuss preparedness for expected retaliation.

The shadow war between Iran and Israel intensifies, with threats and counter-threats escalating after recent incidents, such as the strike on the Iranian consulate in Syria. Meanwhile, Israel remains on high alert for potential retaliatory attacks by Iran or its proxies. The delicate balance teeters as both nations navigate the complexities of the escalating tensions.

In a unique turn of events, Iran has signaled a 'calibrated' retaliation to the Israeli strike, suggesting an attempt to avoid escalation. This strategic move highlights the intricate dance of diplomacy and conflict in the region. Amid growing fears and preparations, the world watches attentively as the Iran-Israel standoff unfolds, shaping the dynamics of Middle Eastern politics.

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Iranian attack on Israel expected 'sooner rather than later', says Joe ... (The Guardian)

President said US are 'devoted to the defence of Israel' as he urged Tehran to show restraint.

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How Iran and Israel became archenemies (NPR)

Iran blames Israel for a strike on its Syria consulate, and has vowed to retaliate. Iran's 1979 Islamic revolution transformed previously cordial relations ...

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Biden says he expects Iran will attack Israel 'sooner than later' (CNN)

The US and several other countries, including Britain and France, issued new travel guidelines for government employees in Israel as the Iranian threat loomed.

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'Disastrous': Israel-Iran tensions test limits of US policy amid Gaza war (Aljazeera.com)

Biden's 'ironclad' backing of Israel is coming into conflict with stated US goal of averting regional war, analysts say.

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Report warns Iran could launch major drone and missile attack ... (The Times of Israel)

US general meets with Israeli defense brass to discuss expected Iranian retaliation for alleged Israeli strike on IRGC members; Halevi says IDF 'ready for ...

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Iran-Israel “Shadow War” Risks Spinning Out of Control | Crisis Group (Crisis Group)

Iran and Israel are trading threats and counter-threats following the 1 April strike, attributed to Israel, on the Iranian consulate in Damascus.

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Israel on edge for Iranian retaliation after embassy strike (Reuters.com)

Israel on Friday braced for an attack by Iran or its proxies as warnings grew of retaliation for the killing last week of a senior officer in Iran's embassy ...

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US President Joe Biden expects Iran to attack Israel 'sooner rather ... (ABC)

US President Joe Biden on Friday said he expected Iran to attack Israel "sooner, rather than later" and warned Tehran not to proceed.

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US restricts travel for diplomats in Israel amid fears of Iran attack (BBC News)

Iran is believed to be planning retaliation after blaming Israel for a strike on its Syrian consulate.

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Joe Biden expects Iran to attack Israel 'sooner than later' (BBC News)

Israel says it is ready to defend itself against retaliation for an attack on an Iranian consulate in Syria.

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Iran signals 'calibrated' retaliation to Israeli strike (Financial Times)

Tehran indicates response will be designed to avoid escalating conflict amid flurry of diplomatic calls.

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Biden says Iran could soon attack Israel, and warns, 'Don't' (NPR)

President Biden said an attack by Iran against Israel could happen sooner rather than later. He said the United States will help defend Israel.

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The Middle East is on the precipice of the wider war no one wants (The Washington Post)

The Biden administration is using every diplomatic and military tool to contain what officials expect will be an imminent Iranian reprisal attack against ...

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As Israel waits for potential attack, what are Iran's missile and drone ... (The Times of Israel)

Report says ballistic missiles fired from Iran would take 12 minutes to reach Israel, cruise missiles would take two hours, and drones would reach targets ...

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Iran's Revolutionary Guard boards Israeli-linked ship near Strait of ... (The Times of Israel)

Video said to show commandos rappelling from helicopter onto Portugal-flagged MSC Aries in Gulf of Oman, off Emirati port Fujairah; vessel associated with ...

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Iran blamed for attack on ship near Strait of Hormuz (The Canberra Times)

Commandos have raided a ship near the Strait of Hormuz by helicopter in an attack a Mideast defence official has attributed to Iran amid wider tensions ...

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Middle East crisis live: Iran blamed after footage shows ship being ... (The Guardian)

A video seen by the Associated Press (AP) shows commandos raiding a ship near the strait of Hormuz by helicopter on Saturday, an attack a Middle East ...

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Iran seizes cargo ship in Strait of Hormuz, Iranian media says (Reuters India)

Iran's Revolutionary Guards seized an Israeli-linked cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, the Iranian state-run IRNA news agency reported, ...

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Iran May Attack Israel From Inside Its Territories – CNN (Iran International)

“The US had observed Iran moving military assets around internally, including drones and cruise missiles, signaling that it was preparing to attack Israeli ...

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Iran's IRGC seizes 'Israeli-linked' ship near Strait of Hormuz (Aljazeera.com)

IRGC forces conducted an operation via helicopter to take control of the commercial vessel, state media reports.

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Iran's Revolutionary Guard Seizes Container Ship Near Strait of ... (NextAdvisor)

(DUBAI, United Arab Emirates) — Commandos from Iran's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard rappelled down from a helicopter onto an Israeli-affiliated container ...

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Iranian commandos seize an Israeli-linked container ship near Strait ... (NPR)

Commandos from Iran's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard rappelled down from a helicopter onto a container ship near the Strait of Hormuz and seized the ...

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Iranian troops accused of seizing Israel-linked ship (BBC News)

The MSC Aries was seized by troops descending from a helicopter early on Saturday, the ship's owner says.

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Iran seizes Israel-linked container vessel (Financial Times)

Iran's elite Revolutionary Guards have seized an Israeli-linked container ship in the latest escalation of hostilities between the Islamic republic and ...

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Iran's silence over possible reprisals against Israel poses domestic ... (The Guardian)

Even Iranian reporters have noticed the silence and how the rhetoric of imminent war is largely being stoked by US intelligence officials in Washington. One ...

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Despite Warnings Of Imminent Attack, Iran Keeps Suspense (Iran International)

President Joe Biden all but confirmed Friday night that his “Don't” message to the Iran's government would not stop its looming retaliatory attack against ...

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Iran Seizes Ship Linked To Israeli Billionaire In Latest Escalation Of ... (Forbes)

Iran seized the MSC Aries, affiliated with Israeli billionaire Eyal Ofer, in the latest escalation of tensions following Israel's strike on an Iranian ...

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Israel-Gaza briefing: World watches nervously to see what Iran does ... (BBC News)

Israel never admits carrying out such attacks, but everyone knows it was its doing. AFP Onlookers check the car in which three sons of Hamas leader Ismail ...

Iran's state news agency says Guards have seized MSC Aries ... (Reuters Australia)

Iran's state news agency IRNA said on Saturday that its Revolutionary Guards had seized the MSC Aries vessel it said was "linked to Israel" and it was being ...

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U.S. issues travel warning for Israel with Iran attack believed to be ... (CBS News)

Two U.S. officials told CBS News that a major Iranian attack against Israel was expected as soon as Friday, possibly to include more than 100 drones and dozens ...

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Biden returns to White House at short notice amid Israel-Iran tension (The Guardian)

US president was to spend weekend in Delaware but on Saturday returned to Washington to consult with national security team.

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Biden to return to Washington amid Iran threats against Israel (Reuters Africa)

U.S. President Joe Biden will return to Washington on Saturday afternoon to consult with his national security team a day after saying that he expects an ...

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World waits anxiously for Iranian response to Israel's killing of top ... (The Guardian)

The world is watching Iran. After Israel assassinated a senior commander in an embassy annexe in Damascus, the one thing every diplomat, ...

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Everything We Know About A Potential Iranian Attack On Israel—As ... (Forbes)

The threat of an Iranian attack against Israel has increased tensions across the Middle East and beyond.

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Israel calls off school trips, puts forces on full alert amid Iran threat (Reuters UK)

Israel called off on Saturday school trips and other youth activities planned for the coming days, the beginning of the Passover festival, and placed the ...

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Iran launches drones at Israel in retaliatory attack (BBC News)

Iran had been warning it was going to strike in response to an attack on its consulate in Syria.

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Iran has launched drone attacks at Israel, U.S. officials say (CNBC)

Iran launched an attack on Israel, escalating long-standing tensions between the two nations. Iran accused Israel of perpetrating a strike on its consulate ...

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Iran launches drones towards Israel after earlier threatening ... (ABC News)

In short: Iran's has launched dozens of drones and missiles at Israel in retaliation for a strike on its consulate in Syria.

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Iran has launched a drone attack on Israel (NPR)

The drones would take hours to arrive in Israeli airspace, Israeli military spokesman Daniel Hagari said. He warned Israelis to stay in safe rooms for 10 ...

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Iran launches retaliatory strikes toward Israel (CNN)

Iran launched the strikes amid fears of a regional escalation following an apparent Israeli attack on an Iranian embassy complex in Syria last week.

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Iranian navy seizes Israel-linked container ship amid escalating ... (CNN)

Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy has seized a container ship in a helicopter operation near the Strait of Hormuz, state news agency IRNA ...

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Israel under fire as Iran launches drones and cruise missiles (The Guardian)

Islamic Republic's first ever direct attack on Jewish state threatens to drag Middle East into regional conflagration.

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Iran launches missile and armed drone attack on Israel (Financial Times)

Iran has launched missiles and more than 100 armed drones towards Israel in retaliation for a suspected Israeli strike in Damascus that killed several ...

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