Iran Planning 'Surprise' Missile, Drone Attack On Israel As Talks With US Remain Underway: Report

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• Iran Planning 'Surprise' Missile, Drone Attack On Israel As Talks With US Remain Underway: Report Published By, Last Updated: May 22, 2026, 11:29 IST The negotiations between the U.S. and Iran remain underway as a ceasefire between the two countries hang in balance Image for representation | File image credit: Reuters With the United States and Iran engaged in negotiations to reach a peace deal, Tehran is likely planning a surprise missile and drone attack targeting Jerusalem and the Gulf nations.
• During a security assessment involving Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz and senior military officials, the possibility of a preemptive strike by Iran was discussed, The Jerusalem Post reported, citing intelligence officials.
• The development comes as Washington and Tehran remain engaged in “intense indirect negotiations" to reach a final agreement, according to a report by the New York Times.
• As the two sides aim to avoid a renewed confrontation, even...