Israel's security cabinet directs military preparation on Iran; Eisenkot urges restraint

Conflict · First reported 11 Nov, 19:34 · Updated 04:58

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The Times of India reported that Israel's security cabinet directed the military to prepare for a possible renewed attack on Iran, and that opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot urged restraint during the transition. Al-Bawaba reported that caretaker Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered the army to prepare to launch major strikes on Iran, citing local media.

Israel's security cabinet directed the military to prepare for a possible renewed attack on Iran, The Times of India reported. The directive was publicized after opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot called for restraint during the political transition.
Eisenkot, tasked with forming the next government, warned Netanyahu against military or security operations unless there was an immediate threat. He said only 46 Knesset members still supported Netanyahu's continued tenure.
Al-Bawaba reported that Netanyahu ordered the Israeli army to get ready to launch major strikes on Iran, citing local media. The available snippet did not provide additional details.

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Key facts

Security cabinet directive: Prepare military for possible renewed attack on Iran
Last security cabinet meeting: October 5; elections held October 27
Opposition leader: Gadi Eisenkot
Knesset backing: 46 backed Netanyahu; 67 recommended Eisenkot
Coalition formation: Eisenkot has 28 days, possible 14-day extension
Left report: Netanyahu ordered army ready for major strikes on Iran, citing local media