Israel halts soldier leave as rumors of new Iran attacks grow
According to Israel's Channel 13, the Israeli military has suspended all leave for soldiers due to growing rumors that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu might initiate new strikes against Iran. Reports suggest Israel views American diplomatic efforts as unsuccessful and is getting ready to take independent action. In the meantime, Iran has previously cautioned that it might launch direct attacks on Tel Aviv and the Haifa refinery if Israel chooses to intensify the conflict.