The New York Times reports that Hezbollah, a Lebanese militant group, may attack Israel before Iran launches its own retaliatory strike.
This comes amid rising tensions following the assassination of Hezbollah commander Fuad Shukr in Beirut and Hamas Politburo chief Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran.
Hezbollah is threatening to retaliate against Israel for Shukr’s death, while Iran has vowed to respond to Haniyeh’s assassination. There is speculation that Hezbollah might act independently and launch an attack before Iran’s response.
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Israeli officials are concerned that a simultaneous attack from both Iran and Hezbollah could overwhelm Israel’s Iron Dome missile defense system.
The report notes that incoming intelligence about a possible attack is often changing and fragmentary, adding to the uncertainty of the situation.
