Iran attack threat prompts US general visit to Israel, review of military capabilities

CENTCOM Commander Gen. Michael Kurilla regularly visits Israel to ensure the two countries' militaries maintain strong cooperative capabilities, but this year's visit has greater importance.

"I thanked the general for his leadership and commitment to the powerful bond between our militaries, defense establishments and nations," Gallant added, noting the focus on "rising regional challenges as a result of Iranian aggression via proxies."  Peter Aitken is a Fox News Digital reporter with a focus on national and global news. 

Kurilla was scheduled to visit Israel, but he took the trip sooner than planned due to threats from Iran against Israel, Pentagon press secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder confirmed during a press conference Thursday. Ryder did not speculate as to any specific threats from Iran to Israel even as Tehran continues to promise action.