Israel 'can handle' any threat from Iran, says military chief - BBC News

Iran warns of retaliation for a strike on its Damascus consulate, saying Israeli embassies are no longer safe.

1 day agoShareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingRelated TopicsIsrael-Gaza warImage source, EPA-EFE/REX/ShutterstockImage caption, Israel's military has bolstered its troop numbers in preparation for a possible attackBy Ian AikmanBBC NewsIsrael's military has said it is prepared for any Iranian threat, as tension builds after Monday's attack on an Iranian consulate in Damascus.

Israel is widely believed to be behind the attack, which Iran said killed seven Revolutionary Guard officers.

An Iranian official said on Sunday that Israel's embassies were "no longer safe", as it prepares a response.

US and Israeli forces in the region have been put on high alert in anticipation of a possible attack.

Reports in the US media suggest Iran's retaliation could take place in the coming days.

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