The Israeli website 'Walla' reported that senior officials from the country's security services warned Israeli ministers on Thursday that an attack by the Islamic Republic of Iran and its proxy Hezbollah against Israel could take the form of assassinations of high-ranking figures. According to the report, these officials informed the Israeli security cabinet that Hezbollah and the Islamic Republic of Iran could respond to the killings of Foad Shakir in Beirut and Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran by targeting ministers, members of parliament, Israeli military officers, or senior officials of Shin Bet or Mossad instead of launching rockets and drones. Previously, the British newspaper 'The Guardian' had reported on August 10 that Iran might target individuals it believes are responsible for the killing of Ismail Haniyeh, the political leader of Hamas in Tehran, instead of attacking Israel. Additionally, speculation suggests that Tehran may seek revenge by targeting individuals who have collaborated with members of the Israeli Mossad security agency. While Israel has claimed responsibility for the killing of Shakir in Beirut, it has not yet commented on the killing of Haniyeh in Tehran.
Israeli Security Services Warn: Islamic Republic and Hezbollah May Target High-Ranking Officials for Assassination
Israeli security officials have warned that Iran and Hezbollah may resort to assassinating high-ranking Israeli officials in retaliation for recent killings. This shift in tactics could indicate a more covert and targeted approach to conflict rather than direct military confrontation. The implications of such actions could escalate tensions significantly in the region.
👥 Key Players
⚡ Actions
📰 What Happened
Israeli officials warn of potential Iranian and Hezbollah assassination attempts on high-ranking Israeli figures.
- Israeli security services warn Israeli ministers
- Hezbollah and the Islamic Republic of Iran target Israeli ministers, members of parliament, Israeli military officers, senior officials of Shin Bet or Mossad
- Tehran speculate individuals responsible for the killing of Ismail Haniyeh
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Iran and Hezbollah may shift tactics to targeted assassinations.
📝 Key Evidence
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