️🇮🇱🇮🇷🇺🇸 - Israel's security cabinet is scheduled to convene on Sunday for the first time since October 5, as the IDF continues preparations for possible renewed strikes against Iran, THE JERUSALEM POST.
️ According to KAN News, the cabinet ordered the military to increase its readiness for a possible operation, with officials warning that the steps could lead to military action and risk triggering a wider war.
️ The developments come against a background of political tensions. Gadi Eisenkot, entrusted by President Yitzhak Herzog to form the next government, urged Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to refrain from unnecessary military operations until a new government is formed. He also demanded regular security briefings and criticized delays in parliamentary oversight. ️ Netanyahu rejected the criticism and said that the government's decisions are based on security considerations only and are coordinated with the security establishment. Eisenkot asked why his request for an operational briefing was denied.
️ Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump indicated that he does not see an immediate need for further attacks on Iran. However, senior Israeli security officials say that the IDF continues to prepare for possible renewal operations, and warn that a prolonged delay without military action or an agreement could erode previous achievements against Iran.