Iran Establishes New Defense Council for Rapid Response to Israel

Iran has established a new National Defense Council (NDC) to improve decision-making within its armed forces and address weaknesses revealed after an Israeli attack. The goal is to achieve a faster response and enhanced deterrence.

The NDC will coordinate strategy, operations, and support among the branches of the armed forces. The aim is for rapid retaliation and potential preemptive actions against Israel.

Critics express concerns about the economic costs and the over-centralization of power, which could paralyze decision-making if the Council becomes a target.

Al Monitor reports that Iran is reshaping its political mechanism into a state of war readiness, anticipating a potential future conflict.