Report: US and Israel formulated plans for renewed strikes on Iran after midterm elections

The New York Times reports that the US and Israel have formulated plans for renewed strikes on Iran after the US midterm elections. The planned operation would include strikes against nuclear facilities, energy infrastructure, and missile arrays. Trump has not yet approved the operation, and diplomatic contacts continue.

The New York Times reported that the United States and Israel have formulated detailed plans for renewed strikes on Iran after the US midterm elections on November 3. According to the report, the planned operation is expected to last about three days and include strikes against nuclear facilities, energy infrastructure, and missile and drone arrays. President Trump has not yet approved the operation, and diplomatic efforts with Iran continue simultaneously. The report is based on American sources familiar with the discussions. This report follows a Financial Times report in early October about a broader strike plan that was rejected by Trump due to concerns about the impact on the elections. Meanwhile, joint military exercises were reported, as well as an American warning conveyed to Iran through Pakistan. Gaps in negotiations between the sides remain significant.