Jerusalem Post/Israel News/Defense NewsIsraeli officials warn renewed US strikes on Iran could trigger attacks on Israel, as embassies urge citizens to consider leaving amid rising tensions.Follow us on GoogleA screengrab from a video released by U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), which accompanied a press release describing the operation dubbed "Epic Fury", an attack by the United States and Israel on Iran, shows a flight deck crew member signaling an F‑35 jet on an aircraft carrier(photo credit: US CENTCOM/Reuters)ByJERUSALEM POST STAFFAUGUST 1, 2026 21:11Israeli officials have raised the alert over the possibility of a new escalation of the Iran conflict, with many estimating that the conflict is "on the verge of exploding," N12 News reported on Saturday."It is estimated that [US President Donald] Trump has not yet decided on the scope of the attack, and it is not known whether he wants Israel with him in the first phase or not," the outlet reported.According to the report, the White House supports the Israeli assessment that a significant and targeted attack on energy facilities could lead to the overthrow of the regime."Such a powerful attack could be targeted in time and would not necessarily lead to an 'energy war' that would raise prices. These are specific facilities that could have a significant effect on the public," the source told N12."It is not yet clear whether Trump will go for this option or will prolong the blockade until the midterm elections. It is not a question of if but when. All signs indicate that Trump has no choice but to go in this direction," the source added.A US Navy MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter is prepared for flight aboard USS Michael Murphy (DDG 112) as the warship supports the U.S. blockade against Iran while sailing in regional waters. (credit: X/CENTCOM)Additionally, officials in Jerusalem told Ynet that any American attack against Iranian assets could trigger attacks against Israel.Israel not asked to join attacks on Iran, officials sayMeanwhile, an Israeli official told CBS that “Israel is not aware of a decision to fully resume military activity, and has not been asked to join any military action against Iran.”During the day, the US Embassy also updated its travel advisory, recommending that US citizens in Israel consider leaving due to rising tensions or be prepared to depart if an escalation occurs.US embassies in Jordan, Egypt, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Iraq issued similar warnings.This is a developing story.Follow us on Google