Israel Authorizes ‘Offensive and Defensive’ Plans in Response to Iran Attacks

Israel announced plans to step up its military action after Iran’s historic but largely ineffective attacks on Saturday, vowing both “offensive and defensive action” in response.

IDF spokesman Daniel Hagari said the plans had been authorized as part of its ongoing conflict with Iran and its proxy, the militant group Hamas.

“Hamas and Iran want to ignite the Middle East and to escalate the region,” he said. “Over the last two hours, we approved the provisional plans for both offensive and defensive action. We will continue to protect the state of Israel, and together with our partners, we will continue to build a more secure and stable future for the entire Middle East.”

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