The Israeli Navy carried out an extensive weeks-long exercise, mobilizing warships, submarines, commandos, and support units to practice defending Israel’s territorial waters, offshore energy assets, and coastal infrastructure against complex multi-front threats.
This approach is sometimes described by Israeli analysts as ‘the campaign between the wars’.
‘Israel no longer assumes Iran will be deterred by sporadic strikes.’
By taking on the “lower tier” of incoming threats, the laser frees up Iron Dome to focus on the more dangerous ballistic missiles.
Iranian launch capacity has been substantially degraded through a combination of Israeli strikes and intelligence operations.
Chemical warheads require specialized engineering to survive the extreme heat and pressure of ballistic‑missile flight.
U.S. policymakers preferred a quiet southern front, believing that a major Gaza conflict could complicate efforts to isolate Tehran.
Most Israeli and American military commentators believe that the U.S. still plans to strike Iran
American officials reportedly urged caution, warning that a miscalculation could trigger a rapid regional escalation.
In 2025, the Israel Defense Forces reshaped the region’s security reality while refusing to return to the failures of October 7.
Throughout 2025, the IDF fought terror on its borders, including a direct war with Iran that crippled its ballistic and nuclear capabilities and secured the return of all but one hostage from Gaza.
During the recent war with Iran UAV missions accounted for an extraordinary 50 percent of all IDF strike operations.
The report suggested that Israel is likely to strike Iran again, though it does not specify what form a new attack might take.
In 752 days of relentless war, Israel fought across seven fronts—from Gaza and Lebanon to Iran and Yemen—eliminating top terror leaders, rescuing hostages, and crushing Hamas and Hezbollah networks.
One year ago, Israel’s Operation Days of Repentance struck deep inside Iran, crippling its ballistic missile production and air defenses—marking a decisive blow that paved the way for future IDF operations.
Israeli forces intercepted a major Iranian arms shipment—packed with rockets, drones, and machine guns—destined for terror cells in Judea and Samaria.
Israel’s challenge lies in countering this alliance without triggering direct conflict.
Tehran may now try sourcing mixers and propellant chemicals abroad, but sanctions have tightened, and replacement timelines are long.
Each THAAD battery is operated by around 100 U.S. soldiers and includes 48 interceptors and six launchers.
Iran, seeking to expand its influence and encircle Israel, may exploit Jordan’s vulnerabilities.
