Experts say Iran is close to being able to develop and drop such a nuclear bomb. The most likely target of a nuclear attack is Israel.
In a square in Tehran, the countdown is already underway to the destruction of what is currently the only democracy in the Middle East. The “Israel remaining time clock” counts the days until 2040, by which time the “prophecy” of destruction is said to have been fulfilled. In the middle of Israel, there is actually no sign of the sword of Damocles, a permanent military threat, far and wide - but only at first glance. The sand-colored building on the beach not only houses a restaurant and public toilets but also a small bunker - which, however, offers little protection in the event of an nuclear strike. In Tel Aviv, families stroll through the sun-drenched streets. On Givat Aliya Beach, the joyful cries of children can be heard coming from the water. Many Israelis support the planned retaliatory strike against Iran. But protests against the Netanyahu government have continued since the Israeli army lifted temporary security restrictions. Hamas is still holding 133 hostages in the Gaza Strip. But next week's Passover celebration could provide hope for the country. The country celebrates the resilience and survival of the Israeli people, who freed themselves from Egyptian slavery 3,000 years ago. For confidential support call the Samaritans in the UK on 08457 90 90 90, visit a local Samaritans branch or see www.samaritans.org for details. In the U.S., call the National Suicide Prevention Line on 1-800-273-8255 or visit www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org/. For confidential support in the Middle East, call the British Samaritans on 01457 909 90 90 or visit a regional branch or click here. For information on suicide prevention in the United States, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-866-457-9090.