Amid rising tensions, Iran has escalated its rhetoric against Israel.

Following a significant missile and drone assault by Iran on Israel, Iran has now threatened to deploy never-before-seen weapons against any retaliatory actions, Daily Mail reported.

The new class of weaponry raises concerns

The ominous warning from Iran included threats of employing "weapons never used before," sparking international concern over the potential escalation in weapons technology.

Professor Gerald Steinberg, a military expert, hinted that these could be advanced warheads and payloads, more sophisticated than those previously seen.

In a high-profile setting during an annual military parade, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi issued a stern warning: a small-scale invasion by Israel would trigger a severe and extensive Iranian response.

The implications of new military capabilities

The context of President Raisi's comments during the military parade implies a deliberate show of force. Concurrently, military exercises demonstrated Iran's readiness, with the launch of a missile underscoring their preparedness for conflict.

In 2018, the U.S. military expressed concerns that Iran was in the process of developing EMP (Electromagnetic Pulse) weapons. These weapons, capable of disabling electrical grids and technology, pose a significant threat to military and civilian infrastructures.

One of the major concerns for Israel is the potential use of Electromagnetic Pulse (EMP) weapons by Iran. As explained by military analyst Asaf Romirowsky, such an attack could leave Israel dramatically vulnerable.

Asaf Romirowsky has stated that EMPs (Electromagnetic Pulses) are a significant concern for Israel, as they could leave the country defenseless:

The domino effect of an EMP attack would be that the Iranian Axis groups - Hamas, Hizbullah and the Houthis - would then start firing at Israel if they cannot retaliate. The bigger threat has always been the use of weapons of mass destruction (WMDs), which is where the region fully understands the threat of Iran as the greatest destabilizing force in the region.

The broader implications of Iran's threats

The potential use of EMP weapons, according to Romirowsky, could trigger allied Iranian groups like Hamas, Hizbullah, and the Houthis to initiate attacks on Israel if a retaliation becomes unfeasible. This tactical shift could profoundly alter the regional security dynamics.

Additionally, there is an overarching worry about the potential deployment of Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMDs) by Iran. Such actions could exponentially heighten threats to regional stability and peace.

Conclusion

Iran's recent declarations and military maneuvers signify a troubling escalation in the Middle Eastern military landscape. With threats of using unprecedented weapons, including EMPs and possibly other forms of WMDs, the tension between Iran and Israel intensifies.

The international community remains vigilant, watching closely how these threats could evolve into a broader conflict, potentially drawing in other regional powers and disrupting global peace.