U.S. Missile Destroyer Docks Near Eilat as Israel Braces for Possible Iran Strike
U.S. military vessel docked in Gulf of Aqaba near Eilat as part of American-Israeli coordination amid Iran crisis. Israeli security establishment raises readiness levels while monitoring U.S. movements for decisive action against Tehran.
The Delbert D. Black just docked in the Gulf of Aqaba, located directly south of the Israeli port city of Eilat, as part of advanced military preparations amid rising regional tensions and the possibility of a strike against Iran.
The move is part of U.S.-Israeli military and security coordination, including reinforced naval deployment and heightened defensive and offensive readiness in anticipation of potential developments, KAN said, citing an unnamed security source.
Israel's security establishment is closely monitoring U.S. movements amid assessments that the coming period could see decisive steps related to Iran, with concerns about wide-ranging regional repercussions if the situation escalates, according to the report.
Israeli security agencies are increasing their level of readiness in anticipation of a possible decision by U.S. President Donald Trump to intervene against Iran, the report said.
Among the key issues under review is ensuring sufficient early warning for civilians in the event that Iran launches an attack on Israel.
The broadcaster said the Iran issue was discussed Thursday morning during the Israeli military's weekly security assessment, which was attended by senior army commanders and top security officials at its headquarters in Tel Aviv, similar to discussions held in recent weeks.