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Washington has raised alarm over Israel’s possible actions in the context of the tense situation in the Middle East. A US State Department official, who wished to remain anonymous, said that Israel had not provided any guarantees to rule out strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities in response to the massive missile attack that took place earlier this week.

This statement was made in an interview with CNN, where the official stressed the uncertainty about possible Israeli actions in connection with the approaching anniversary of the 7 October Hamas attacks. “It’s quite difficult to say whether Israel will use this date to launch a retaliatory attack,” he said.

In addition, the State Department spokesperson stressed that the United States hopes for Israel’s “wisdom and strength” in this situation, but no guarantees were given. This raises concerns among analysts and politicians, as the escalation of the conflict could lead to new escalations in a region already suffering from violence.

Amid such tensions, the international community is eagerly following the developments, as any Israeli decision could have serious consequences not only for the Middle East but also for global security.