U.S. President Joe Biden issued a stern warning to Iran on Friday, stating that he expects an attack on Israel to occur “sooner, rather than later.” In response to questions from reporters about his message to Iran, Biden simply said, “Don’t,” emphasizing Washington’s unwavering commitment to defend Israel.
“We are devoted to the defense of Israel. We will support Israel. We will help defend Israel and Iran will not succeed,” Biden declared.
While the President did not disclose specific details of the threat, he indicated that the possibility of an imminent attack by Iran on Israel is a real and viable threat. White House spokesperson John Kirby echoed this sentiment, highlighting the seriousness of the situation without providing specific information on the timing of any potential attack.
In light of Tehran’s threat, the United States is reassessing its military presence in the region. Kirby confirmed that the U.S. is closely monitoring the situation and evaluating its force posture in response to Iran’s aggressive stance towards Israel.
The escalating tensions between Iran and Israel have raised concerns about the potential for a conflict in the region. As the situation continues to unfold, the international community is closely watching to see how the Biden administration will navigate this delicate and volatile situation to ensure the safety and security of Israel.