Iran prepares for retaliation, official vows ‘crushing response’ to Israel-US attack
Author:RhondaPublished:February 28, 2026
“Tehran is preparing for retaliation; the response will be crushing,” the officials said, according to Reuters.
Bunting of Iranian flags next to missiles on display, with Azadi Tower in the background, during the 47th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution in Tehran, Iran February 11, 2026(photo credit: MAJID ASGARIPOUR/WANA (WEST ASIA NEWS AGENCY) VIA REUTERS)ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF Updated: Tehran is preparing for a retaliation attack, Iranian officials said on Saturday, vowing to carry out a “crushing response” to the Israel-US combined attack on Iran this Saturday.
“Tehran is preparing for retaliation; the response will be crushing,” the officials said, according to Reuters.
Defense officials assess high chance of Iranian missile response within hours
Defense establishment sources assessed that the likelihood of an Iranian response within hours, including missile launches, is increasing.
The report said the strikes were expanding to additional locations in Iran, including Qom, Isfahan, Kermanshah, and Karaj.
IDF F35 aircraft. (credit: IDF SPOKESPERSON’S UNIT)
The IDF continued to surge forces to bases and staff command headquarters. He added that Central Command was reinforced with five companies and that the military raised alert levels along Israel’s borders over concerns about attempted attacks.
There was also unusually heavy helicopter traffic over Israel as the IDF moved forces between arenas.
Amir Bohbot contributed to this report.
