US President Joe Biden said he expects Iran to attack Israel “sooner, rather than later” as he urged Tehran to restrain themselves.

Asked by reporters about his message to Iran, the president said simply, “Don’t,” and underscored Washington’s commitment to defend Israel.

“We are devoted to the defense of Israel. We will support Israel. We will help defend Israel and Iran will not succeed,” he said.

President Biden’s warning came as the region remains on red alert over threats of an imminent Iranian attack on Israeli soil following a deadly attack on Tehran’s consular in Damascus last week.

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