Iran moving missiles to secret sites, Western officials tell British paper; earlier, Tehran residents reported to stockpile goods, fearing imminent strike
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The British newspaper quoted Western intelligence sources as saying that Iran will be moving ballistic missiles, explosives and troops to defensive positions, in order to offer a quick response in the case of an attack by Israel or the United States.
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According to the report, Revolutionary Guards Commander Mohammed Ali Jaafari directed his forces to deploy Iran’s long-range missiles at secret sites nationwide. Meanwhile, the country’s Air Force has reportedly set up “rapid reaction units” that would respond to aerial assaults.
A senior Western intelligence official was quoted as saying: "There is deep concern within the senior leadership of the Iranian regime that they will be the target of a surprise military strike by either Israel or the US.”
“For that reason they are taking all necessary precautions to ensure they can defend themselves properly if an attack happens,” the official said. Read the rest on: Ynet
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