"Israel Promises Strong Defense Against Potential Iranian Attack"

Israel issued strong warnings to Iran after Iran's Supreme Leader vowed to retaliate over an attack on its Syrian consulate, with Israeli officials stating they would respond decisively to any attack on their territory. Iran's Supreme Leader called for punishment of the "evil regime" responsible for the attack, while Iran and its allies have issued warnings of a possible retaliatory strike. The escalating rhetoric comes amid ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, with Israel disputing casualty figures from the Hamas-run Health Ministry in Gaza.