Iran's Strategic Military Readiness Against Israeli Threats
Iran has publicly outlined 10 potential scenarios in response to possible Israeli military actions, particularly concerning its nuclear facilities. According to Abdul Qader Fayez, director of Al Jazeera’s Tehran bureau, Iranian officials are preparing for a range of attacks, signaling a shift from caution to active defense. A military source indicated that Tehran has developed comprehensive defensive strategies to counter these scenarios, which include simultaneous strikes on military and economic targets by Israel.
In light of recent tensions, Iran's Revolutionary Guards have warned that any attack on its economic or oil infrastructure will provoke a stronger response. This comes after Iran launched approximately 200 missiles at Israel in retaliation for recent assassinations linked to Israeli operations. The Iranian leadership has made it clear that strikes on nuclear and energy sites are considered a
- Iran's military capabilities have reportedly been bolstered by recent acquisitions, including Russian Sukhoi 35 fighters, which are now patrolling Iranian airspace. Additionally, advancements in missile technology, such as the upgrade from the S-300 to the S-400 Iskander system, enhance Iran's defensive posture. These developments complicate Israel's military calculations, as Iranian missiles have effectively bypassed Israeli air defenses in prior encounters. As tensions escalate, the possibility of a shift in Iran's nuclear strategy is also being discussed. General Rassoul Sanairad of the Revolutionary Guards indicated that any attack on Iranian nuclear sites would significantly alter Tehran's response, potentially leading to a more aggressive stance in its nuclear policy. This comes amidst warnings from U.S. officials advising Israel against targeting Iran's oil sites, highlighting the global implications of such military actions.
