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Israel’s security establishment has raised operational readiness in preparation for a potential escalation involving Iran, Hezbollah, and Houthi forces, amid ongoing political constraints on military action.

Israeli defence assessments indicate that both Netanyahu and the incoming Trump administration will likely avoid military strikes on Iran before the Israeli elections, due to political considerations. However, security officials remain concerned about miscalculation risks that could trigger an unintended escalation.

The heightened preparedness reflects concerns that Iranian proxies could launch surprise attacks despite the current de facto constraints on Israeli and American military operations in the region. The military continues contingency planning for multiple scenarios while political leaders navigate electoral timelines.

Sources: Ynet, Jerusalem Post, Times of Israel