Sources in the IDF's Northern Command reveal that Iran is pouring resources into these groups, preparing them for aerial and ground assaults on Israeli territory. According to a report by Amir Bohbot on Walla News, the IDF and Mossad are bracing for long-range missile strikes and drone attacks from Iraq, as well as possible ground incursions via Syria and the Jordanian border.
This development comes amid heightened regional tensions, with Iran viewing these militias as a key extension of its influence. Recent visits by Quds Force commander Ismail Qaani to Iraq underscore the coordination efforts, where he met with militia leaders to align strategies for a broader conflict. IDF assessments highlight scenarios mirroring those seen in the "Swords of Iron" war, including drone and missile barrages that previously caused casualties in Israel.
A Year of Escalation and CasualtiesIraq emerged as a significant threat during the war's first year, with the "Islamic Resistance in Iraq," an umbrella of Iran-backed factions, launching repeated attacks in solidarity with Gaza. Targets included Eilat, the Arava region, and the Golan Heights, resulting in the deaths of two Israeli soldiers and injuries to dozens more. (Ed note: This is serious. Both articles are telling us that war in the Middle East is not over. Not even half of the countries named in Psalm 83 have entered the war, but more have just been named. (Read more)
