West Asia is on edge bracing for an Iranian attack over what form it will take. The next few hours are critical as the possibility of a wider War expanding in the region is increasing. Iran is reportedly preparing to launch an attack on Israel as what it calls retaliation for the attack on its Embassy in Syria on the 1st of April.

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Keeping our focus on the possibility of an Iranian attack on Israel according to reports Israel's longtime Ally the US has increased the number of its troops stationed in West Asia. The US Department of Defense says it is moving extra troops and Military assets to sites in West Asia.

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The death of an Israeli teenager has triggered violence in the occupied Palestinian territory of the West Bank. The Israeli Defence Forces found the body of a 14-year-old boy who went missing while sheepherding in the region.

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<p>India is in touch with the Iranian authorities both in Tehran and in Delhi to "ensure security, welfare and early release of Indian nationals", say sources on 17 Indian nationals onboard MSC Aries seized by Iran's IRGC.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has seized the MSC Aries, an Israel-linked Portuguese-flagged commercial vessel in the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The ship, en route from the United Arab Emirates to India's Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust (JNPT), was intercepted by IRGC forces.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Iran reports indicate that the vessel was affiliated with the London-based company Zodiac Maritime, owned by Israeli billionaire Eyal Ofer. Onboard the MSC Aries were approximately 17 Indian nationals, WION has learned. The fate of the crew and the vessel remains uncertain, with the vessel right now under Iranian custody.</p>

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<p>In the last 24 hours, tensions between Iran and Israel have escalated significantly, amidst threats and counter-threats. The situation has been fraught with anticipation, as various US government&nbsp;sources reported that Iran could potentially strike Israel within a day.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The Israeli government and the War Cabinet have been holding emergency security situation assessments in light of the warnings that Iran's response to the Damascus strike could occur within the next 24 to 48 hours.</p>

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<p>This came after reports of an Israeli strike in Damascus that killed Iranian Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) members, including a senior commander, Mohammad Reza&nbsp;Zahedi.</p>

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<p>The US has reportedly repositioned warships to help defend Israel. Meanwhile, several countries, including&nbsp;India, have issued advisories for its nationals that they should not visit Israel or Iran.&nbsp;</p>

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India is in touch with the Iranian authorities both in Tehran and in Delhi to "ensure security, welfare and early release of Indian nationals", say sources on 17 Indian nationals onboard MSC Aries seized by Iran's IRGC.

India is in touch with the Iranian authorities both in Tehran and in Delhi to "ensure security, welfare and early release of Indian nationals", say sources on 17 Indian nationals onboard MSC Aries seized by Iran's IRGC. Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has seized the MSC Aries, an Israel-linked Portuguese-flagged commercial vessel in the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The ship, en route from the United Arab Emirates to India's Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust (JNPT), was intercepted by IRGC forces. Iran reports indicate that the vessel was affiliated with the London-based company Zodiac Maritime, owned by Israeli billionaire Eyal Ofer. Onboard the MSC Aries were approximately 17 Indian nationals, WION has learned. The fate of the crew and the vessel remains uncertain, with the vessel right now under Iranian custody. Iran's IRGC Seizes Cargo Ship Tied to Israel#Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) naval forces have seized a cargo ship associated with the #Israeli regime. The #IRGC navy detained the vessel in the Persian Gulf region earlier on Saturday. According to some reports,… pic.twitter.com/yphphCCPA8 — Tasnim News Agency (@Tasnimnews_EN) April 13, 2024 × In the last 24 hours, tensions between Iran and Israel have escalated significantly, amidst threats and counter-threats. The situation has been fraught with anticipation, as various US government sources reported that Iran could potentially strike Israel within a day. Also Read | Iran accused of conducting raid on ship near Strait of Hormuz, official states The Israeli government and the War Cabinet have been holding emergency security situation assessments in light of the warnings that Iran's response to the Damascus strike could occur within the next 24 to 48 hours. Also Read | China asks Philippines to 'stop provocations' if it wants to 'ease tensions' This came after reports of an Israeli strike in Damascus that killed Iranian Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) members, including a senior commander, Mohammad Reza Zahedi. Watch | Sydney attack: Six killed in stabbing horror inside Sydney mall, eight injured taken to hospital × The US has reportedly repositioned warships to help defend Israel. Meanwhile, several countries, including India, have issued advisories for its nationals that they should not visit Israel or Iran.

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Israel's longtime Ally the US is now repositioning its two Destroyer warships in West Asia in anticipation of the Iranian attack on Israel. According to a US official one Destroyer warship which has been repositioned was already there in the region while the other warship has been redirected there.

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Iran's Islamic Revolutionary God's corp has seized an Israel-linked Portuguese-flagged commercial vessel in the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The ship on route from the UAE to India was intercepted by IRGC forces.

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U.S. President Joe Biden on Friday (April 12) said he expected Iran to attack Israel "sooner, rather than later," and warned Tehran not to proceed. Asked by reporters about his message to Iran, Biden said simply, "Don't," and he underscored Washington's commitment to defend Israel. Biden said he would not divulge secure information, but said his expectation was that an attack could come "sooner, rather than later."

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Israeli Defence Force says that it has struck three rocket launchers in the Gaza Strip. It claims the launchers had 20 rockets in them all primed for an attack on Central Israel the strike came shortly after the Palestinian Islamic Jihad fired rockets at the southern city.

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Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu said on Thursday that Israel is keeping up its war in Gaza but is also preparing for scenarios in other areas. Israel has been bracing for possible Iranian retaliation for the killing of a senior General and six officers in a strike on the Iranian Embassy compound in Damascus on the 1st of April. Watch to know more.

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<p>Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant met US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin on Thursday (April 11) and said that Israel will directly respond to any attack launched by Iran.</p>

<p>“A direct Iranian attack will require an appropriate Israeli response against Iran," said Gallant, while speaking to Austin, as per the remarks issued by his office.</p>

<p>According to the Pentagon, the two leaders discussed the "iron-clad" commitment extended by the United States to Israel amid increasing threats from Iran and its proxies.</p>

<p>Austin emphasised “ironclad US support for Israel’s defence in the face of growing threats from Iran and its regional proxies," read the Pentagon statement.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"Echoing President Biden's unequivocal message to Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, Secretary Austin assured Minister Gallant that Israel could count on full US&nbsp;support to defend Israel against Iranian attacks, which Tehran has publicly threatened," stated the Pentagon.</p>

<p>“Secretary Austin assured Minister Gallant that Israel could count on full US support to defend Israel against Iranian attacks, which Tehran has publicly threatened,” the readout added.</p>

<p>It stated that the US general for the Middle East, Army General Michael "Erik" Kurilla's visit to Israel was also scheduled earlier so that he could meet with Israeli military leadership and discuss "current security threats." In recent months, Kurilla has been frequently travelling to Israel.</p>

<h2><strong>US asks embassy employees to limit their travel in Israel</strong></h2>

<p>The United States said that they have asked their employees in Israel to avoid travelling outside the greater Tel Aviv, Jerusalem and Beersheba areas with their family members.</p>

<p>“Out of an abundance of caution, US government employees and their family members are restricted from personal travel outside the greater Tel Aviv (including Herzliya, Netanya and Even Yehuda), Jerusalem, and Beersheba areas until further notice,” said the US embassy, in a security alert posted on its website.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>“US government personnel are authorised to transit between these three areas for personal travel," it added.</p>

<p>The United States, as part of its government policy, informs all American citizens via such warnings about updated security measures for its employees in any country.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em><strong>Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving &nbsp;Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq and non-state actors like Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.</strong></em></p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant met US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin on Thursday (April 11) and said that Israel will directly respond to any attack launched by Iran.

Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant met US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin on Thursday (April 11) and said that Israel will directly respond to any attack launched by Iran. “A direct Iranian attack will require an appropriate Israeli response against Iran," said Gallant, while speaking to Austin, as per the remarks issued by his office. According to the Pentagon, the two leaders discussed the "iron-clad" commitment extended by the United States to Israel amid increasing threats from Iran and its proxies. Austin emphasised “ironclad US support for Israel’s defence in the face of growing threats from Iran and its regional proxies," read the Pentagon statement. Also Read: Iran likely to launch retaliatory attack on Israel in next two days: report "Echoing President Biden's unequivocal message to Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, Secretary Austin assured Minister Gallant that Israel could count on full US support to defend Israel against Iranian attacks, which Tehran has publicly threatened," stated the Pentagon. “Secretary Austin assured Minister Gallant that Israel could count on full US support to defend Israel against Iranian attacks, which Tehran has publicly threatened,” the readout added. It stated that the US general for the Middle East, Army General Michael "Erik" Kurilla's visit to Israel was also scheduled earlier so that he could meet with Israeli military leadership and discuss "current security threats." In recent months, Kurilla has been frequently travelling to Israel. US asks embassy employees to limit their travel in Israel The United States said that they have asked their employees in Israel to avoid travelling outside the greater Tel Aviv, Jerusalem and Beersheba areas with their family members. “Out of an abundance of caution, US government employees and their family members are restricted from personal travel outside the greater Tel Aviv (including Herzliya, Netanya and Even Yehuda), Jerusalem, and Beersheba areas until further notice,” said the US embassy, in a security alert posted on its website. Watch: Russia-Ukraine War: Ukraine parliament passes bill overhauling army mobilisation rules “US government personnel are authorised to transit between these three areas for personal travel," it added. The United States, as part of its government policy, informs all American citizens via such warnings about updated security measures for its employees in any country. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq and non-state actors like Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

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