Saturday, March 29, 2025
Jerusalem: Domestic unrest in Iran and America’s tough stance have cast war clouds over the Middle East. Following US President Donald Trump’s “Help is on the way” warning, Israel has ramped up military preparations for any potential attack.
Israeli media reports that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) made major changes to its air defense in the last 24 hours. The key move: deploying the Iron Dome interceptor system to counter possible Iranian missile strikes.
Israeli officials believe Iran won’t strike directly unless America launches major operations in Iranian territory. No reserve forces have been mobilized yet, but all units are on high alert. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convened an emergency security cabinet meeting.
US-based human rights group HRANA reports 2,571 deaths in Iran protests so far: 2,403 protesters, 147 security personnel, and 12 children.
On Truth Social, Trump rallied protesters:
“Iranian patriots, keep protesting and seize your institutions! I’ve canceled all meetings with Iranian officials. Help is on the way.”
Recall last June’s 12-day Israel-Iran war, where Israel targeted multiple Iranian military sites. Current tensions signal another major regional clash could erupt.
