Israel is expected to "go hard" against Iran in retaliation to a missile strike launched against it last week, according to Lt. Gen. Keith Kellogg. The Israeli government has vowed to make Iran "pay" for the attack, which was condemned by the United States.
Following a missile attack by Iran last week, Israel is preparing to launch a counterstrike. According to Lt. Gen. Keith Kellogg, Israel is expected to "go hard" against Iran.
The attack from Iran targeted Israeli cities, but no casualties were reported. The Israeli government has vowed to make Iran "pay" for the attack.
Israel Likely to Respond Forcefully Against Iran After Attack: Lt. Gen. Keith Kellogg
The United States has condemned the Iranian missile strike and has affirmed its commitment to Israel's security. President Biden has urged Israel to respond proportionately.
Israel is considering a range of possible targets for its counterattack, including military sites, infrastructure, and even Iran's nuclear program.
Israel Likely to Respond Forcefully Against Iran After Attack: Lt. Gen. Keith Kellogg
The Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD) has assessed that Iran has more than a dozen nuclear installations across the country. These include uranium mines, fuel enrichment plants, reactors, and heavy water production plants.
The United States has warned Israel against attacking Iranian nuclear or oil facilities due to concerns of escalating the conflict.
Israel Likely to Respond Forcefully Against Iran After Attack: Lt. Gen. Keith Kellogg
In April, Israel responded to an Iranian missile attack by hitting Iran's air defenses and destroying part of an S-300 long-range air defense system.
Experts believe that Israel's response this time will be more substantial, even as it continues to face opposition from its ally, the United States.
Israel Likely to Respond Forcefully Against Iran After Attack: Lt. Gen. Keith Kellogg
Behnam Ben Taleblu, an expert on Iran-Israel security matters, believes that Israel will likely go after Iran's air and missile defense capabilities.
Tensions between the United States and Israel have been brewing over concerns about civilian deaths in the Gaza Strip and Israel's alleged covert operations against Hezbollah.
Israel Likely to Respond Forcefully Against Iran After Attack: Lt. Gen. Keith Kellogg
Despite U.S. objections, Israel has ignored international calls to cease fighting in Lebanon, arguing that it is necessary to protect its citizens near the border.
The United States has reinforced its troops in the region to defend Israel ahead of the Iranian attack.
Israel Likely to Respond Forcefully Against Iran After Attack: Lt. Gen. Keith Kellogg
It remains unclear how the U.S. will support or respond to an Israeli attack on Iran.
Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has warned that Israel's strike will be "powerful, precise, and surprising."
Israel Likely to Respond Forcefully Against Iran After Attack: Lt. Gen. Keith Kellogg
Experts believe that Israel's choice of target will reveal its long-term intentions and the extent of its coordination with the Biden administration.
