Reports indicate an escalation in tensions between Israel and Iran as a result of the activities of pro-Iranian militias in Iraq, which are increasingly attacking Israel with drones and other weapons. According to a report by the Times of Israel, Israel has identified targets in Iraq that it may attack if these attacks continue.

Unidentified sources reported that satellites monitored attempts to transfer ballistic missiles and other equipment from Iran to Iraq, which are suspected to be used in an upcoming attack on Israel. Israel sent a warning to Baghdad demanding to curb these militias and prevent them from using weapons smuggled into Iraqi territory to attack it.

In recent weeks, drone attacks from the direction of Iraq have increased, with about five attacks per day by armed militias linked to Iran. During the last week, eight drones were launched in a period of only 24 hours, and American forces and their partners managed to intercept these attacks.