Iran’s claims of possessing weapons exceeding nuclear capabilities is a major development, says Israeli journalist

He shared her opinions with Espreso TV.

"Yesterday, on October 20, there was information that Iran said it had weapons that could exceed nuclear weapons. And if Israel responds to the massive attack, which included 181 missiles, Iran has the means to damage the nuclear reactor in Dimona in southern Israel. This is a serious statement. Although the Iranian ministry spokeswoman said that Iran does not want war, if Israel responds, it will force Iran to retaliate. It is very difficult to say what these strikes will be. However, when Iran declares such weapons, Israel should think about it," the journalist noted.

Svitlana Hlaz added that there is still no information about Israel's response to the massive attack by Iran a week ago.

"I think that this response is being held back by the upcoming elections in the United States. Because Israel is a small country with technology and an army, but it relies on the United States for weapons. In addition, a new air defense system is to be deployed in Israel, which will be serviced by American soldiers. But today, the United States is busy with its own affairs, the elections, so it is clear that Israel is not a priority. Let's wait and see what happens on the day after the election," summarized Svitlana Hlaz.

• On October 20, the U.S. Department of Defense launched an investigation into the unauthorized disclosure of classified documents containing an assessment of Israel's plans for a potential military response to the October 1 Iranian missile attack.