Israel prepared to handle any developments with Iran, defence chief says

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Israel prepared to handle any developments with Iran, defence chief says

A view of an Israeli flag hanging on a fence near the clock counting days since people were taken hostages by the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas during the deadly October 7 attack on Israel, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, in Tel Aviv, Israel, April 7, 2024. — Reuters pic

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Sunday, 07 Apr 2024 5:06 PM MYT

JERUSALEM, April 7 — Israel’s defence minister said today that preparations have been completed to handle any scenario that may develop with its foe Iran.

Defence Minister Yoav Gallant’s office made the statement after he held an “operational situation assessment” with senior military officers.

“Upon completing the assessment, Minister Gallant emphasized that the defence establishment has completed preparations for responses in the event of any scenario that may develop vis-à-vis Iran,” his office said. — Reuters