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U.S. Deploys Warships to Israel in Response to Iranian Threat

by Emmitt Barry, Worthy News Correspondent

(Worthy News) – The U.S. has deployed naval warships to safeguard Israel and American forces, aiming to deter a potential direct attack from Iran on Israel, which could occur as soon as Friday or Saturday, the Wall Street Journal reported.

Israel has been on high alert due to multiple threats and intelligence assessments indicating that Iran might retaliate against Israeli targets. This anticipated response is in retaliation for the April 1 airstrike on an Iranian consulate in Damascus, which resulted in the deaths of several commanders from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, including two generals.

Tehran and Damascus have both accused Israel of carrying out the strike and have promised retaliation. However, Israel has not commented on the matter.

Army Gen. Erik Kurilla, the head of U.S. Central Command, met with Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant in Israel on Friday to discuss a potential Iranian attack. According to Israel’s Defense Ministry, Gallant stated, “We are prepared to defend ourselves on the ground and in the air, in close cooperation with our partners, and we will know how to respond.”

U.S. officials stated that the recent strategic moves involved repositioning two destroyers to enhance regional security—one was already stationed in the area while the other was redirected there. At least one of these vessels is equipped with the Aegis missile defense system.

When questioned on Friday about the timing of a potential Iranian strike on Israel, President Biden responded, “My expectation is sooner than later.” Regarding a message for Iran, Biden stated: “Don’t.” He further emphasized, “We are devoted to the defense of Israel. We will support Israel and help defend Israel, and Iran will not succeed.”

U.S. officials are concerned that an Iranian attack on Israel might lead to an Israeli counterstrike within Iran, potentially igniting a wider regional war. Such a scenario could involve the U.S., as American forces and allies in the Middle East might become targets for Tehran if it suffers an attack on its soil.

HEZBOLLAH LAUNCHES ROCKETS

On Friday, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced that around 40 rockets were fired from Lebanon towards northern Israel. Some of these rockets were intercepted, while others landed in open spaces or fell short inside of Lebanon.

Hezbollah, the Iranian-backed terrorist organization, claimed responsibility for the rocket attack that resulted in no reported injuries.  Earlier in the day, the IDF had successfully intercepted two explosive-laden drones launched by Hezbollah.