Israel Braces for Attack by Iran as US Urges Gaza Cease-Fire.

Israel is preparing for a potential attack from Iran and regional militias in response to the assassinations of Hezbollah and Hamas officials. The US is sending defensive reinforcements and urging Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to negotiate a cease-fire in Gaza to prevent further escalation. The Group of Seven foreign ministers expressed concern about the risk of a wider regional crisis, and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken warned that an attack on Israel by Iran and Hezbollah could begin as early as Monday. The shekel has fallen and Israeli stocks have dropped, while foreign carriers are suspending flights to and from Israel. The Israeli military has struck schools in Gaza City, and tensions are rising within Israel following a stabbing attack. Diplomatic efforts are ongoing to try to reach a resolution and prevent further violence. [Extracted from the article]