US warns allies to prepare for possible Iran strikes, retaliation after elections: Report
Officials say the campaign could last several days and may target energy facilities if Iran retaliates.
- Washington and Israel are preparing for a potential week-long military campaign against Iran following the November 3 midterm elections, Axios reported on Wednesday. Operations could involve intensive strikes on leadership, energy facilities, and nuclear infrastructure.
- Diplomatic efforts led by Qatar, with support from Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, and Pakistan, aim to revive negotiations between Washington and Tehran. These regional partners are attempting to persuade Iran to allow international access to nuclear facilities.
- Israeli military chief Eyal Zamir discussed preparations for possible attacks with CENTCOM chief Admiral Brad Cooper on Monday. The coordination coincides with regional efforts to prevent renewed fighting despite ongoing military contingency planning.
- Despite reservations within his administration, President Donald Trump appears willing to give diplomacy a chance with Iran, although he remains open to military action after the midterms. Trump is reportedly "the one most open" to a ramp-up.
- Reaffirming Tehran's commitment to diplomacy, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi cited a proposed seven-day plan to end hostilities and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Araghchi stated Iran remains in close contact with mediators regarding these proposals.
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N DigitalUS warns allies to prepare for possible Iran strikes, retaliation after elections, AP sources say
U.S. officials have told several Middle East countries and regional allies to be prepared for potential renewed military action against Iran after next week’s midterm elections in the United States — as well as the possibility that Iran will attempt to retaliate against them, according to two diplomats briefed on the matter.
The United States and Israel have prepared a plan for a week-long campaign of large-scale strikes on Iran if a deal is not reached between Washington and Tehran by the last minute. The potential operation will target Iran's leadership, energy and nuclear sites, as well as the country's infrastructure. The information is from Axios, which cites US and Israeli officials. According to the publication, a new wave of bombing could begin soon after th…
A large-scale operation could take place after the 3rd United States Congress interim election.
The United States and Israel have drawn up a plan for large-scale attacks against Iran, aimed at the country's leadership, energy and nuclear installations, and its infrastructure, have declared to Axios American and Israeli officials.
Israel & US prepare to attack Iran amid election deadlock
Israel’s inconclusive parliamentary election has left the country facing political uncertainty as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu continues to lead a caretaker government, while preparations for a possible renewed military confrontation with Iran gather pace. The United States is moving a Patriot air and missile defence system from Texas to Israel, strengthening its defences amid reports that Washington and Jerusalem are preparing for potentia…
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