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Iran seems to know plenty about Jewish holidays and uses them against Israel. Today is the most tragic day on the Jewish calendar, Tisha B'Av, as it's the day when both Temples were destroyed over the millennia.
Israeli intelligence expects an imminent strike from Iran, possibly within the next few days. This comes despite recent signs that Tehran might be rethinking a direct attack on Israel because of substantial international pressure.
According to an Axios report, there are internal disagreements within Iran's leadership about the scope and nature of the retaliatory action. This response follows the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh on Iranian soil on July 31st, an act widely attributed to Israel, although Jerusalem has not officially taken responsibility.
Two intelligence sources informed Axios that recently inaugurated Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian would prefer to avoid direct confrontation with Israel. However, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who holds ultimate authority over all state decisions, is resolute in pursuing such action.
On Sunday, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant called Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin to inform him that it appears Iran is preparing for an attack.
The Pentagon confirmed the call and stated that Austin had ordered the deployment of a guided missile submarine to the region.
Monday evening marks the beginning of Tisha B'Av, a significant Jewish holy day remembering the numerous tragedies that have afflicted the Jewish people over the centuries.
Some analysts believe that Iran might deliberately choose Tisha B’Av to launch an attack for its symbolic significance, as the day is deeply associated with death and destruction in Jewish history.
Israel’s adversaries have often carried out attacks during Jewish holidays.
The October 7th massacres occurred on Simchat Torah, a Jewish holiday celebrating the end of the Sukkot festival.
The Yom Kippur War, which began in 1967, also commenced on Yom Kippur, the holiest day in Judaism, during which Jews observe fasting and prayer.
Channel 13 suggested that the conclusion of the Paris Olympics could be another potential reason for an attack occurring this week.
The outlet indicated that the French government had exerted significant pressure on Iran and Hezbollah to refrain from striking Israel during the games.
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Two intelligence sources informed Axios that recently inaugurated Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian would prefer to avoid direct confrontation with Israel. However, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who holds ultimate authority over all state decisions, is resolute in pursuing such action.
On Sunday, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant called Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin to inform him that it appears Iran is preparing for an attack.
The Pentagon confirmed the call and stated that Austin had ordered the deployment of a guided missile submarine to the region.
Monday evening marks the beginning of Tisha B'Av, a significant Jewish holy day remembering the numerous tragedies that have afflicted the Jewish people over the centuries.
Some analysts believe that Iran might deliberately choose Tisha B’Av to launch an attack for its symbolic significance, as the day is deeply associated with death and destruction in Jewish history.
Israel’s adversaries have often carried out attacks during Jewish holidays.
The October 7th massacres occurred on Simchat Torah, a Jewish holiday celebrating the end of the Sukkot festival.
The Yom Kippur War, which began in 1967, also commenced on Yom Kippur, the holiest day in Judaism, during which Jews observe fasting and prayer.
Channel 13 suggested that the conclusion of the Paris Olympics could be another potential reason for an attack occurring this week.
The outlet indicated that the French government had exerted significant pressure on Iran and Hezbollah to refrain from striking Israel during the games.
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