Netanyahu ‘Blocks’ Gallant’s US Trip ‘Focused’ On Iran Attack, Tehran In A Huddle With Gulf States

Tensions between Iran and Israel continue to escalate as Iran issues a stern warning to Gulf states, condemning any cooperation with Israel, particularly the use of their airspace for potential Israeli strikes against Tehran. This warning follows Iran's missile attack on October 1 and anticipation of Israeli retaliation. A senior Iranian official stressed that any such actions would provoke a response from Tehran, urging regional unity against Israel.

Meanwhile, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian criticised the US and Europe for supporting Israel amid the ongoing conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon, questioning their stance on human rights. In response to past military confrontations, *Iran’s Parliament official Ebrahim Aziz* issued a separate warning to countries aiding Israel in intercepting Iranian missiles during Operation True Promise-II, promising a "crushing response."

On the Israeli side, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government has delayed Defence Minister Yoav Gallant's trip to the US, reportedly imposing last-minute conditions, including a promised phone call between Netanyahu and US President Joe Biden. Israeli sources revealed that Israel’s response to the October 1 missile strike would focus on Iranian military and intelligence bases, rather than nuclear facilities, suggesting a more substantial retaliation compared to previous strikes. Amid these rising tensions, Iran announced plans to unveil a new weapon as part of its retaliatory efforts.