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US, Israel Warn Iran of Imminent Missile-Drone Strike

5/23/2026

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Intelligence officials warned Thursday Iran may launch a missile and drone strike against Gulf states and Israel.
Israeli and United States (U.S.) officials said Iran is planning the attack, though no strike has been reported.
The alert followed an assessment that included top Israeli military commanders and Defense Minister Israel Katz.
Israeli Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir and United States counterparts have increased readiness, sharing intelligence and enhancing missile-interception capabilities.

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Intelligence officials warned Thursday Iran may launch a missile and drone strike against Gulf states and Israel.
Israeli and United States (U.S.) officials said Iran is planning the attack, though no strike has been reported.
The alert followed an assessment that included top Israeli military commanders and Defense Minister Israel Katz.
Israeli Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir and United States counterparts have increased readiness, sharing intelligence and enhancing missile-interception capabilities.