Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a stern warning on Wednesday evening, stating that Israel is bracing for potential attacks from Iran and its allies following the assassinations of top Hezbollah military commander Fuad Shukr in Beirut and Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran.

Speaking from military headquarters in Tel Aviv after a lengthy three-hour security cabinet meeting, Netanyahu emphasized the looming threats from across the region. He described Shukr as "Hezbollah's chief of staff" and confirmed his death in Beirut on Tuesday night.

"We are prepared for any scenario," Netanyahu assured, "and we will stand united and resolute against any threat." He further stressed, "Israel will impose a significant cost on any aggression against us."

Israel heightened its alert status on Wednesday evening in anticipation of possible retaliation. The recent killings and the expected backlash have heightened concerns that the ongoing Gaza conflict could escalate into a broader Middle East war.

The United States has advised its citizens against traveling to Lebanon, citing the rising tensions. The State Department elevated its travel advisory for Lebanon to the highest level, "Do Not Travel," and recommended that Americans in Lebanon leave if possible.

While Israel confirmed its involvement in Shukr's death, it has remained silent on Haniyeh's assassination. Netanyahu refrained from mentioning Haniyeh during his remarks. However, both Iran and Hamas have accused Israel of orchestrating the attack.

In Tehran, members of the Tehran University Council held a protest condemning the killing of Haniyeh, displaying Iranian and Palestinian flags and desecrating an image of the Israeli flag on the ground.

As Netanyahu addressed the nation, Hezbollah officially confirmed Shukr's death, more than 24 hours after the Israeli Defense Forces struck the eight-story apartment building in southern Beirut where he was located. Shukr is set to be buried on Thursday, and Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah will deliver a speech.

Netanyahu highlighted Shukr's notoriety, describing him as "Nasrallah's deputy" and "one of the world's most wanted terrorists." He noted that the United States had placed a $5 million bounty on Shukr for his involvement in the 1983 bombing that killed 241 American soldiers and 58 French soldiers in Beirut.

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