The United States is currently on high alert and actively preparing for a possible 'significant' attack by Iran within the next week. This response is expected following Monday's Israeli strike in Damascus that resulted in the deaths of top Iranian commanders, according to a senior administration official.
Senior US officials, along with their Israeli counterparts, believe that an attack by Iran is 'inevitable.' Both governments are working diligently to position themselves ahead of the anticipated attack, as they acknowledge that US and Israeli assets and personnel are at risk of being targeted.
The topic of a potential Iranian attack was a focal point of discussion during a recent phone call between President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Despite these preparations, as of Friday, the exact timing and method of Iran's retaliation remain unknown.
The Biden administration is particularly concerned about the possibility of a direct strike on Israel by Iran, as it could lead to a rapid escalation of tensions in the already volatile Middle East region. Such an attack could potentially expand the current Israel-Hamas conflict into a broader, regional conflict, a scenario that President Biden has been striving to prevent.
