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President Trump is expected to decide on a year-long military strike against Iran, putting Israel on high alert.

The administration announced that President Trump is close to a final decision regarding the resumption of military strikes against Iran, potentially on a larger scale. Israeli officials have placed themselves on high alert as they await this decision, though it was not yet confirmed if Israel will be directly involved in the initial phase. Israel has not been officially asked to join the military action yet. Meanwhile, the US Embassy has updated travel advisories for the region, recommending that citizens prepare for potential escalation. This comes as Gen. Alexus Grynkewich warned the Pentagon that the US Navy requires more destroyers to maintain the defense of Israel against Iranian ballistic missiles. The US Navy is currently under strain due to a blockade of Iranian ports ordered by the administration. Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz noted that the US has used Israel as a launchpad for recent strikes on Iran. Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich stated that the administration's lead in the war is the ideal outcome for Israel, provided they do not have to fight directly.

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