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Israel remains on high alert as Iran vows to retaliate for the killing of several high-ranking Iranian commanders

and civilians including a top general. In Pierce Carey Khan reports thousands

attended his funeral today.

Brigadier General Mohammed Resa Saeedi was laid to rest in his Central Iranian hometown.

Attendees vowed revenge for his killing.

He was the highest ranking official killed in the airstrike last Monday, along was the highest ranking official killed in the air strike last Monday,

along with Zahidi, his deputy, and five other officials were also killed at an embassy compound in Syria's capital.

A Pentagon official said the U.S. believes Israel was behind the attack

although it has not claimed responsibility. Chief of Iran's armed forces warned

that quote no act by any enemy will go unanswered.

Israel has bolstered its air defense system, including the Iron Dome,

which protects against incoming short-range weapons,

and Israelis have been stockpiling provisions in fear of an attack.

Kerry Khan, NPR News, Tel Aviv.

Mexico broke off diplomatic relations with Ecuador after security forces broke into the Mexican embassy there.

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