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Israel braces for Iran attack in coming 24-48 hours, report
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Israel was on Friday bracing for an attack launched by Iran in the coming 24 to 48 hours.
A final decision has yet to be made © Mena Today
Israel was on Friday bracing for an attack launched by Iran in the coming 24 to 48 hours according to a report in the Wall Street Journal quoting a source in the know.
Another source claiming to be briefed by Iranian officials told the WSJ that a final decision has yet to be made. U.S. sources said the Iranian strike would be on Israel and not one of its assets abroad.
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