Iran has placed its defense systems around nuclear sites on high alert amid fears of an Israeli and U.S. attack, deploying additional air defense launchers.

U.S. intelligence has warned that Israel may strike Iran’s nuclear facilities this year, intensifying Iranian preparations.

Iran, weakened by past Israeli strikes, is fortifying sites and pressuring Russia for S-400 missile systems.

IRGC aerospace commander General Amir Ali Hajizadeh announced a new ballistic missile defense system, expected to be operational by March, to protect key cities, The Telegraph has reported.

Tensions have escalated since the 2023 Gaza war, with both sides engaging in direct attacks.

Written by B.C. Begley