US and Israel Reportedly Plan Intense Strikes on Iran After Midterm Elections

The United States and Israel are preparing for the possibility of renewed attacks on Iran after the US midterm elections, with plans reportedly being developed for a short but intense military campaign, according to The New York Times.

Potential targets could include Iran’s energy infrastructure, nuclear facilities, and stockpiles of missiles and drones. US military assets across the Middle East are expected to be ready by early November, the report said.

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth discussed the possibility of new strikes during a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Washington and Tel Aviv are also reportedly conducting military exercises in Iraqi airspace as part of preparations for potential operations.

US officials have warned that further attacks could inflict additional damage on Iran’s economy. However, doubts remain over whether another military campaign would achieve its intended objectives.

Previous attacks on Iran have contributed to volatility in global energy markets and rising inflationary pressures, raising concerns about the wider economic consequences of renewed hostilities.

US President Donald Trump has not yet given final approval for the proposed strikes, according to officials cited in the report. Although preparations are reportedly under way, a new military operation remains a possibility rather than a confirmed decision.