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SECURITY: Iran Alerted US And Russia Before Israel Missile Attack

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Newswires reporting confirmation that Iran alerted both Russia and the United States, via diplomatic channels, before its ballistic missile attack on Israel this evening. 

  • Reuters: "Senior Iranian official tells Reuters: Tehran had informed Russia ahead of missile attacks on Israel... US was alerted by Iran through diplomatic channels 'shortly before the attacks'.”
  • The report suggests that while the attack was more intense than a similar missile and drone attack in April, it may have been calibrated to prevent escalation that could risk a direct war between Iran and the United States.
  • Dr. Sara Vakhshouri at SVB Energy notes: "Iran’s retaliation on Israel was likely pre-informed, signaling a calculated move not aimed at escalating the conflict. The real risk of escalation now hinges on Israel’s response, particularly after weakening Iran’s regional proxies and undermining its defense capabilities."
  • NYT notes that Daniel Hagari, the Israeli military spokesman, said the attack would have “consequences,” adding, “We have plans, and we will act in the time and place we decide.”
  • White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre notes that President Biden and Vice President Harris, "convened two meetings with their national security team... The President directed the US military to aid Israel’s defense against Iranian attacks & shoot down missiles targeting Israel. They also reviewed preparations to protect U.S. personnel in the region."
  • Politico reports: US defense official confirms US forces are "defending against Iranian-launched missiles targeting Israel." US will "provide additional defensive support and to protect U.S. forces" in Middle East.
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Newswires reporting confirmation that Iran alerted both Russia and the United States, via diplomatic channels, before its ballistic missile attack on Israel this evening. 

  • Reuters: "Senior Iranian official tells Reuters: Tehran had informed Russia ahead of missile attacks on Israel... US was alerted by Iran through diplomatic channels 'shortly before the attacks'.”
  • The report suggests that while the attack was more intense than a similar missile and drone attack in April, it may have been calibrated to prevent escalation that could risk a direct war between Iran and the United States.
  • Dr. Sara Vakhshouri at SVB Energy notes: "Iran’s retaliation on Israel was likely pre-informed, signaling a calculated move not aimed at escalating the conflict. The real risk of escalation now hinges on Israel’s response, particularly after weakening Iran’s regional proxies and undermining its defense capabilities."
  • NYT notes that Daniel Hagari, the Israeli military spokesman, said the attack would have “consequences,” adding, “We have plans, and we will act in the time and place we decide.”
  • White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre notes that President Biden and Vice President Harris, "convened two meetings with their national security team... The President directed the US military to aid Israel’s defense against Iranian attacks & shoot down missiles targeting Israel. They also reviewed preparations to protect U.S. personnel in the region."
  • Politico reports: US defense official confirms US forces are "defending against Iranian-launched missiles targeting Israel." US will "provide additional defensive support and to protect U.S. forces" in Middle East.