The Israeli military claims to be closely monitoring the situation and preparing a "strong response."
Xinhua News Agency, Jerusalem, May 5 (Reporter Pang Xinyi, Feng Guorui) - Chief of Staff of the Israel Defense Forces, Aviv Kochavi, stated on the 5th that the Israeli military is closely monitoring the developments in the Persian Gulf region. If Israel becomes a target in the escalating situation in the area, the Israeli side is prepared to "make a strong response."
Kochavi said during the handover ceremony of the Israeli Air Force commander that the military is "maintaining a high state of readiness" and is "prepared to respond strongly to any attempts to harm Israel."
The new Israeli Air Force commander, Tomer Bar, stated at the ceremony that if necessary, the Israeli military will deploy all air forces eastward to deal with Iran.
Israeli media reported the day before that Israel has "increased its alert level" and is preparing for the possibility of a breakdown in the ceasefire and a renewed conflict with Iran.
Israel is closely monitoring developments in the Persian Gulf and is prepared to respond forcefully if attacked. On May 5, 2023, IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi stated that the military is maintaining a high state of readiness. The new Air Force commander indicated that all air forces may be deployed eastward to counter Iran. Israel has raised its alert level in preparation for a potential resumption of hostilities with Iran.
- Israel is closely monitoring developments in the Persian Gulf.
- Israel is prepared to respond forcefully if it becomes a target.
- The IDF is maintaining a high state of readiness.
- The new Air Force commander indicated a potential deployment of air forces against Iran.
- Israel has raised its alert level in anticipation of possible conflict.