US Prepares for Major Strikes in Iran, Israel May Join

The Pentagon has instructed U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) to finalize preparations for renewed, extensive military operations against Iran, according to a report by Channel 12 citing senior U.S. officials. While President Donald Trump has not yet decided whether to order a resumption of hostilities, the directive indicates a readiness for action. U.S. and Israeli sources suggest that a military operation could occur before the U.S. midterm elections and potentially even before Israeli elections.

If launched, such an offensive might involve widespread airstrikes targeting Iran's nuclear facilities, critical infrastructure, and energy installations. Senior national security officials convened at Camp David for a multi-hour discussion, where the possibility of further strikes against Iran was a primary topic. Israeli officials involved in the discussions noted an increase in deliberations on the matter but assessed the likelihood of renewed conflict before elections as not high, suggesting it might become more plausible after the U.S. midterms.

Coordination between the United States and Israel is anticipated if hostilities resume, with the Israeli Air Force potentially participating in the attacks. Meanwhile, Israel is closely monitoring Iran's actions with concern. Senior Israeli officials believe Tehran's leadership is feeling suspicious and pressured due to past attacks. They expressed concern that Iran might preemptively launch its own attack against Israel, possibly involving ballistic missiles, which could lead to further regional escalation, particularly during the final weeks of election campaigns.