US and Israel Plan Military Action Against Iran After Midterms
Following the US midterm elections, the US and Israel are preparing for potential military strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities and military assets.
US and Israel may resume military operations against Iran post-midterms.
Potential targets include Iran's nuclear sites and missile infrastructure.
White House denies imminent action before the elections.
The United States and Israel are reportedly gearing up to resume military actions against Iran following the upcoming midterm elections in the US. According to sources cited by The New York Times, both nations are advancing preparations for a campaign that could be short yet intense, focusing on Iran's critical military and nuclear infrastructure.
Recent military exercises have intensified, with US and Israeli forces conducting maneuvers over Iraq to simulate strike operations. Among the potential targets identified are Iran's nuclear facilities, missile and drone capabilities, and energy infrastructure. Notably, the report mentions the possibility of targeting Pickaxe Mountain, a heavily fortified site believed to house significant elements of Iran's nuclear program.
A US official from Central Command (CENTCOM) indicated that preparations for renewed combat operations are underway, although there is skepticism regarding the timing of any strikes, particularly before the Israeli elections. The official noted that while previous operations, such as 'Epic Fury,' were initiated without full asset deployment, the current situation may differ.
In response to these developments, White House Principal Deputy Press Secretary Anna Kelly firmly rejected the notion of imminent military action against Iran prior to the midterms, emphasizing that the US will not engage in hostilities during this period. This statement aligns with former President Trump's earlier remarks, which indicated that the US would refrain from military action as both nations were involved in productive discussions.
Tensions between the US and Iran have escalated since February 28, when the US and Israel launched a military operation that prompted retaliatory missile and drone strikes from Tehran, effectively closing the Strait of Hormuz, a vital route for global energy supplies. A memorandum of understanding signed in June, mediated by Pakistan and Qatar, has since stalled due to ongoing disagreements, particularly regarding navigation rights in the strait.
