Israel on high alert as Iran vows swift retaliation

Israel is preparing for a potential retaliation from Iran, which could happen within the next few hours. Some citizens have received military call-ups, and there have been fierce clashes at recruitment centers. Videos of these clashes have circulated online.

Israel is bracing for Iranian retaliation. Last week, two Israeli attacks in Beirut and Tehran resulted in the deaths of Hezbollah military leader Fuad Shukr and Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh.

Israeli Defense Forces spokesman Daniel Hagari said that Israel is ready for the threat. Citizens will be kept informed as the situation develops.

Some citizens have received military call-ups, including Orthodox Jews. Middle East expert Wojciech Szewko shared a video from one of the recruitment centers showing chaotic scenes where demonstrations turned into physical clashes.

According to the American portal Axios, Iran's retaliation could happen as soon as Monday (August 5). U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken reportedly conveyed this information during a meeting with the foreign ministers of G7 countries. Blinken indicated that the Iranian response should be expected between August 5 and 6. Sky News Arabia, citing Western intelligence sources, reported that the attack might occur on August 12-13.

This April, tensions between Israel and Iran have already escalated. Israel reportedly attacked the Iranian consulate in Damascus, resulting in the deaths of seven members of the Revolutionary Guard Corps. In response, Iran carried out the largest drone raid in history on Israel, though the vast majority of drones were shot down. Aircraft from the United States and Jordan participated in the defense of Israel. Many indications suggest that another retaliation attempt may occur.