Iran remains on high alert amid growing concern that Israel may aim to resume hostilities following the recent 12‑day war, according to state sources. The Iranian Supreme National Security Council has confirmed that Tehran has completed all domestic preparations to sustain a military campaign if provoked. Officials assert that the government is ready to respond decisively should Israel launch further attacks
Israeli defense officials, including Minister Israel Katz, have communicated that continued escalation by Iran will trigger further operations. The Israel Defense Forces have been ordered to plan for additional military actions aimed at preserving Israeli air supremacy, preventing the reconstruction of Iran’s nuclear and missile infrastructure, and disrupting Iran’s regional influence
Despite Iran’s willingness to return to nuclear negotiations, leaders stress this is contingent on a halt to Israeli strikes. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has made it clear that further talks depend on guarantees there will be no additional aggression during negotiations
Israel, on its part, has accused Tehran of using nuclear ambitions as cover for regional dominance—while Iran insists uranium enrichment on its soil is peaceful and sovereign
General public sentiment in Tehran reflects anxiety as protests erupt and officials warn that any new Israeli move could provoke a far larger response. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei remains defiant, stating that Iran will respond forcefully to further “Zionist crimes.” Meanwhile, Israeli diplomatic channels and the U.S. maintain readiness for possible escalation, with President Trump reportedly prepared not to object if Israel decides to strike again should Iran resume nuclear activities
The fragile ceasefire that followed the mid‑June war continues to hold for now, but with both sides maintaining strict vigilance, analysts warn that any misstep could reignite broader conflict across the region.
