Iran's Response to Israeli Strikes: Prudence vs. Retaliation

Iran's Response to Israeli Strikes: Prudence vs. Retaliation

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Iran's Response to Israeli Strikes: Prudence vs. Retaliation

Iran's top advisor urges a measured response to Israeli aggression, while another official announces a planned major counter-attack involving regional allies.

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PoliticsMiddle EastIsraelMilitaryConflictIran
Israel Defense ForcesHamasHezbollahIslamic Revolutionary Guard CorpsAnsar Allah
Ali LarijaniEsmaeil Kousari
What is Ali Larijani's advice to Iran regarding Israel's actions?
Ali Larijani, an advisor to Iran's supreme leader, urges a prudent response to Israeli actions to avoid a full-scale war. He believes that Israel's actions in Gaza and Lebanon haven't achieved their goals and warns against an emotional response, advocating for a strategic one instead.
Describe the timeline of attacks between Iran and Israel in October 2023.
On October 1st, Iran launched a missile strike against Israel in retaliation for the assassination of key officials. Israel responded by targeting military sites within Iran on October 26th, resulting in casualties.
What was Israel's main objective in the Gaza conflict, according to Larijani?
Israel's primary goal in the Gaza conflict, according to Larijani, was the forced displacement of Palestinians. However, Arab states' refusal to cooperate thwarted this plan.
Who holds the ultimate authority to decide on Iran's response to the Israeli actions?
The decision on how Iran will respond to the Israeli strikes rests with Iran's Supreme National Security Council. Larijani stressed the importance of a strategic response rather than an emotional one to avoid being drawn into a larger conflict.
What has the Supreme National Security Council of Iran decided regarding a response to the Israeli strikes?
Esmaeil Kousari announced that Iran's Supreme National Security Council has approved a major military response to Israel involving various regional groups. This response is expected to be more significant than previous actions.