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Iran has announced its plans to attack Israel, revealed Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz on Monday (August 5).

As tensions escalate between the two nations, this information, as per Jerusalem Post, was relayed to the Israeli minister by Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó.&nbsp;

Szijjártó, in turn, received the details from acting Iranian Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri.

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Revealing Iran's alleged plans to attack, Katz urged the international community to hold Iran accountable for any aggressive actions.

He warned that ignoring Iran's expanding aggression could destabilise the region further.

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"Iran has informed us that it intends to attack Israel," said Katz, adding that "The world should exact a price from Iran for any aggressive action it carries out."

"Silence toward the expanding evil acts of the Zionist regime will be detrimental to the regional stability, adding that indifference to its recent moves is tantamount to giving the regime an incentive."

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Iran's probable attack would be retaliation for the recent assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran, an act that Israel is suspected of but has not officially claimed.&nbsp;

Tehran has previously expressed its determination to retaliate against Israel for the assassination.

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According to the United States, the attack may happen within the next 48 hours. US President&nbsp;Joe Biden and his national security team are set to meet to discuss the escalating situation in West Asia.

US CENTCOM Commander Gen. Michael Erik Kurilla visited Israel to confer with Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant and IDF Chief of Staff Herzl Halevi.&nbsp;

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Gallant described the visit as "a direct translation of US support for Israel into action. The relationship between Israel and the United States is unshakeable."

"We discussed the coordination of defense activities and ways to expand the international coalition facing aggressive actions by Iran and its proxies," he said.

President Biden has also spoken with Jordan's King Abdullah about de-escalating tensions, including negotiations for a ceasefire and hostages' release.&nbsp;

"The President thanked His Majesty for his friendship, and affirmed unwavering US support for Jordan as a partner and ally in promoting regional peace and security," said the White House, describing the call.

Jordan, the US, and other allies had previously intervened in April to defend Israel from an Iranian attack.

(With inputs from agencies)

Iran has announced its plans to attack Israel, revealed Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz on Monday (August 5). As tensions escalate between the two nations, this information, as per Jerusalem Post, was relayed to the Israeli minister by Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó.

Iran has announced its plans to attack Israel, revealed Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz on Monday (August 5). As tensions escalate between the two nations, this information, as per Jerusalem Post, was relayed to the Israeli minister by Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó. Szijjártó, in turn, received the details from acting Iranian Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri. 'World should exact a price from Iran' Revealing Iran's alleged plans to attack, Katz urged the international community to hold Iran accountable for any aggressive actions. He warned that ignoring Iran's expanding aggression could destabilise the region further. Also read | Iranian attack on Israel looming? Tehran issues NOTAM, urges aircraft to change their routes "Iran has informed us that it intends to attack Israel," said Katz, adding that "The world should exact a price from Iran for any aggressive action it carries out." "Silence toward the expanding evil acts of the Zionist regime will be detrimental to the regional stability, adding that indifference to its recent moves is tantamount to giving the regime an incentive." Why is Iran attacking Israel? Iran's probable attack would be retaliation for the recent assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran, an act that Israel is suspected of but has not officially claimed. Tehran has previously expressed its determination to retaliate against Israel for the assassination. US seeks to de-escalate the situation According to the United States, the attack may happen within the next 48 hours. US President Joe Biden and his national security team are set to meet to discuss the escalating situation in West Asia. US CENTCOM Commander Gen. Michael Erik Kurilla visited Israel to confer with Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant and IDF Chief of Staff Herzl Halevi. Also read | Gaza war: Israel's finance minister orders seizure of $26 million in Palestinian tax funds Gallant described the visit as "a direct translation of US support for Israel into action. The relationship between Israel and the United States is unshakeable." "We discussed the coordination of defense activities and ways to expand the international coalition facing aggressive actions by Iran and its proxies," he said. President Biden has also spoken with Jordan's King Abdullah about de-escalating tensions, including negotiations for a ceasefire and hostages' release. "The President thanked His Majesty for his friendship, and affirmed unwavering US support for Jordan as a partner and ally in promoting regional peace and security," said the White House, describing the call. Jordan, the US, and other allies had previously intervened in April to defend Israel from an Iranian attack. (With inputs from agencies)

Israeli FM Katz says Iran plans to attack Israel, conveyed warning via Hungary; seeks international action

The United Nations said Monday that nine employees of its agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) "may have been involved" in the October 7 attack on southern Israel by Hamas, which sparked war in Gaza, and have been fired.

"We have sufficient information in order to take the actions that we're taking -- which is to say, the termination of these nine individuals," UN spokesperson Farhan Haq said.

Haq said the organisation will need to evaluate any further steps to "fully corroborate."

Haq was speaking after the UN's oversight body completed its investigation into the allegations earlier this year by Israel that a total of 19 UNRWA employees may have been involved in the attack.&nbsp;

That prompted many governments, including top donor, the United States, to abruptly suspend funding to the agency, threatening its efforts to deliver aid in Gaza. Several countries have since resumed payments.

Israel has vowed to destroy Hamas in retaliation for the October 7 attack, which resulted in the deaths of 1,197 Israeli people, mostly civilians, according to an AFP tally based on Israeli official figures.

Militants also seized 251 hostages, 111 of whom are still held captive in Gaza, including 39 the military says are dead.

Israel's campaign against Hamas has killed at least 39,550 people in Gaza, according to the territory's Hamas-run health ministry, which does not give breakdown&nbsp;of civilian and militant deaths.

UNRWA, which has provided essential aid for Palestinian refugees since 1949, has long been criticised by Israel.&nbsp;

Earlier this year, UNRWA's chief Philippe Lazzarini called for Israel to "stop its campaign" against the organisation, citing "outrageous" attacks on its employees, facilities, and operations.&nbsp;

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The United Nations said Monday that nine employees of its agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) "may have been involved" in the October 7 attack on southern Israel by Hamas, which sparked war in Gaza, and have been fired.

The United Nations said Monday that nine employees of its agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) "may have been involved" in the October 7 attack on southern Israel by Hamas, which sparked war in Gaza, and have been fired. "We have sufficient information in order to take the actions that we're taking -- which is to say, the termination of these nine individuals," UN spokesperson Farhan Haq said. Haq said the organisation will need to evaluate any further steps to "fully corroborate." Haq was speaking after the UN's oversight body completed its investigation into the allegations earlier this year by Israel that a total of 19 UNRWA employees may have been involved in the attack. That prompted many governments, including top donor, the United States, to abruptly suspend funding to the agency, threatening its efforts to deliver aid in Gaza. Several countries have since resumed payments. Israel has vowed to destroy Hamas in retaliation for the October 7 attack, which resulted in the deaths of 1,197 Israeli people, mostly civilians, according to an AFP tally based on Israeli official figures. Militants also seized 251 hostages, 111 of whom are still held captive in Gaza, including 39 the military says are dead. Israel's campaign against Hamas has killed at least 39,550 people in Gaza, according to the territory's Hamas-run health ministry, which does not give breakdown of civilian and militant deaths. UNRWA, which has provided essential aid for Palestinian refugees since 1949, has long been criticised by Israel. Earlier this year, UNRWA's chief Philippe Lazzarini called for Israel to "stop its campaign" against the organisation, citing "outrageous" attacks on its employees, facilities, and operations. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

UNRWA fires nine workers for involvement in October 7 Hamas attack

Senior leaders from Iran and Russia met in Tehran amidst Iran's contemplation of retaliatory attacks against Israel. Iranian media reported that Iran requested advanced radars and air defence systems from Russia. As per reports, Russia has agreed to this request and has begun delivering the equipment.

Iran Gets Russia's Help in Conflict With U.S., Israel

At least five US personnel were injured in an attack against a military base in Iraq on Monday, U.S. officials told Reuters, as the Middle East braced for a possible new wave of attacks by Iran and its allies following last week's killing of senior members of militant groups Hamas and Hezbollah.

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