Israel has signalled readiness to resume war with Iran, with Defense Minister Israel Katz saying targets are marked and the military is prepared for both attack and defence. Katz warned that any renewed assault would be “different and deadly,” potentially striking Iran’s most sensitive energy and infrastructure sites. The statement came as the U.S. extended a fragile ceasefire, raising questions over whether Washington will greenlight further action. Amid this, reports of Iranian air defence activity have added to tensions, even as Israel denied launching strikes. With rhetoric escalating, the region faces renewed uncertainty over a possible return to war.