Tensions Between Israel and Iran Soar

Politics, Geopolitics & Conflict Israel has shored up its defenses in anticipation of a direct response from Iran following the Israel leveling of the Iranian consulate in Damascus, Syria. Two Iranian generals were killed in the attack. Israel’s war cabinet has convened, and tension is bursting over an expected Iranian response. In the meantime, needing full U.S. support against Iran, Israel moved to ease the route for humanitarian aid to Gaza via the waterways. In Turkey, the opposition dealt a severe blow to Erdogan, who has now effectively…