According to a report from CBS News, Israel is reportedly ready to initiate a full-scale military campaign against Iran, based on information from multiple sources familiar with the situation.
American officials have been made aware of Israel’s readiness and are preparing for potential Iranian responses, particularly those that might target American personnel or facilities in Iraq. In light of the possible threat, the U.S. State Department has directed embassies situated near Iranian proxies to activate their Emergency Action Committees (EACs). Additionally, all non-essential American government staff in Iraq have been instructed to leave, and the Pentagon has authorized voluntary departure for military families stationed throughout the Middle East.
Despite the tension, White House Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff still plans to move ahead with a sixth round of indirect negotiations with Iran concerning its nuclear ambitions in the coming days.
Neither Israeli nor U.S. administration representatives would offer public comments to CBS on the matter.
Speaking at the United Hatzalah gala in New York on Wednesday night, Witkoff addressed the sensitive nuclear talks. He firmly stated, “Uranium enrichment or nuclear weapons development by Iran would not be tolerated,” and warned that “a nuclear-armed Iran [is] an existential threat to both Israel and the United States.” He added that unwavering and collective action is necessary to block such a development, “regardless of the cost.”
During his remarks, Witkoff also praised President Donald Trump, referring to him as “a true friend of the Jewish people.” With a humorous touch, he quipped that Trump could “simultaneously serve as President of the United States and Prime Minister of Israel.”

{Matzav.com}