US and Israel drawing up plans to resume attacks on Iran post-election, sources say
Summary
The United States and Israel are planning to restart joint military strikes on Iran after the U.S. midterm elections on November 3, 2026. President Donald Trump has said the U.S. will not attack Iran before the elections to avoid upsetting oil markets but may act afterward to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.Key Facts
- The U.S. and Israeli militaries have made plans to resume strikes on Iran soon after the midterm elections.
- The White House confirmed no attacks on Iran will happen before November 3, 2026.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu supports renewed action against Iran, but the decision depends on President Trump.
- Israel might act alone if the U.S. chooses not to participate, but it prefers U.S. consent.
- President Trump gave mixed statements about ongoing talks with Iran, indicating uncertainty about negotiations.
- The planned strikes would target Iran’s oil and petrochemical industries to damage their economy.
- Attacking Iranian nuclear sites, such as those at Pickaxe Mountain, is part of the discussion but currently no confirmed plans.
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth visited Israel recently, where new intelligence was shared to prepare for potential strikes.
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