"U.S. Prepares for Potential Iranian Strike on Israel"

President Biden expects Iran to strike Israel "sooner than later" and reiterated U.S. support for Israel's defense. U.S. officials are in constant communication with Israel to ensure its ability to defend against potential attacks. Tensions have escalated following an alleged Israeli strike on an Iranian consulate in Damascus, prompting threats of retaliation from Iran and warnings of a direct Israeli strike. The U.S. military has been repositioning assets in the Middle East and near Israel in preparation for possible Iranian retaliatory strikes.