US Preparing for Potential Iran Conflict, Israeli Elections at Risk

Israel's Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir was briefed on the US military's preparations for a potential resumption of conflict with Iran in the coming three weeks. According to sources familiar with the conversation, Zamir warned that such action could lead to the postponement of Israeli elections, as Iran is expected to retaliate with missile strikes against Israel. The Pentagon has instructed U.S. Central Command to finalize readiness for an offensive against Iran, though no specific start date has been set.

American officials indicated that President Donald Trump is considering renewing hostilities before the upcoming elections in both the US and Israel, with a final decision expected within seven to ten days. If hostilities resume, the plan involves close coordination between the US and Israel, with the IDF expected to participate in significant, though relatively short, strikes targeting Iran's energy, infrastructure, and nuclear facilities.

This renewed preparation is reportedly initiated by President Trump, a reversal from February when the initiative was Israeli. Meanwhile, President Trump stated that the US is engaged in "productive talks" with Iran and that the sanctions will remain in full effect. He explicitly declared that the US "will not attack Iran at any point before the Midterm elections" on November 3rd.

Trump also noted that oil continues to flow through the Strait of Hormuz in record quantities, with no oil originating from or en route to Iran. He concluded by asserting that Iran will not obtain nuclear weapons. A White House official claimed that the Iranian issue was not discussed in Trump's recent call with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, which reportedly focused on the October 7th memorial day, Israeli elections, and Netanyahu's poll numbers.