Hebrew media sources reported that the security establishment in Tel Aviv adopts a strategic assessment that foresees an inevitable return to direct military confrontation with Iran in the near future. Despite the ceasefire agreement reached between Washington and Tehran last week, Israeli intelligence and military agencies believe that this calm is temporary and will not last long in the face of escalating tensions.
Within the framework of these assessments, the Israeli Chief of Staff issued strict instructions to all combat units to maintain the highest levels of readiness and preparedness. This step comes in anticipation of any sudden breach of the truce agreement, as the military leadership seeks to ensure full readiness to respond to any potential Iranian move on various fronts.
Reports from informed sources indicate that the Israeli army has developed multiple scenarios to deal with the next phase, including the possibility of the Israeli heartland being subjected to intense missile barrages. These defensive and offensive plans also include countering sudden Iranian attacks that may target vital installations, which has necessitated intensified training and aerial and ground surveillance.
For his part, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced his full support for the United States' decision to impose a comprehensive naval blockade on Iran, describing the move as necessary. Netanyahu affirmed during his government meeting that Israel fully aligns with the firm stance taken by the American administration led by Donald Trump, emphasizing that economic and military pressure is the only way to deal with Iranian threats.
Netanyahu warned that the current state of calm with Tehran is very fragile and could collapse within a short period, especially given the faltering diplomatic track in the Islamabad negotiations. He clarified that Israel is closely monitoring all field movements and will not hesitate to take preventive measures if it perceives an imminent danger threatening its national security.
In a related context, press sources reported that Israeli preparations coincide with the commencement of the American naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, which could reignite the confrontation. Security officials believe that Iran may resort to military escalation in response to the tightening noose on its oil exports and the movement of its ships, making the possibility of a direct clash very likely in the coming days.
Pakistani mediation had resulted on April 8th in the announcement of a two-week truce between Tehran and Washington to open the way for final negotiations, but field developments indicate otherwise. While the US military focuses its blockade on Iranian ports, Tehran responded by imposing strict restrictions on the navigation of ships belonging to countries involved in the coalition against it.
On the political coordination front, Netanyahu revealed that he had a phone call with US Vice President J.D. Vance, during which they discussed the details of the impending collapse of negotiations and the next steps. Netanyahu described the level of security and intelligence cooperation between Tel Aviv and Washington as having reached unprecedented levels, which enhances the ability of both parties to confront common challenges in the region.
The ceasefire with Iran could change in a very short time, and coordination between Tel Aviv and Washington is unprecedented.
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Widespread Israeli Preparedness in Anticipation of Truce Collapse and Renewed Confrontation with Iran