Israeli Military Chief Warns US of Election Delay Amid Iran Tensions
Translated & summarized from Ynet by baba
Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir told US officials that an escalation with Iran could force Israel to postpone its October 27 elections. The IDF is on high alert, with military intelligence building a target bank in Iran. US President Donald Trump stated no US attack on Iran would occur before the November 3 midterms. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had previously warned of potential enemy attacks before the elections.
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- Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir warned US officials of potential election delays due to Iran escalation.
- The IDF is on high alert, with military intelligence developing a target bank in Iran.
- US President Donald Trump ruled out an attack on Iran before the November 3 midterms.
- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu previously warned of enemy attacks before the elections.
- Any Israeli involvement in an Iran escalation would be coordinated with the US.
Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir informed senior US administration and military officials that an escalation with Iran could potentially lead to a postponement of Israel's general elections, scheduled for October 27. Zamir conveyed significant concerns regarding the political and security ramifications of a direct confrontation with Iran, suggesting that a military flare-up at this time might compel Israel to delay the elections. This warning comes as US President Donald Trump stated earlier that no American attack on Iran would occur before the US midterm elections on November 3.
In response to the ongoing tensions, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) are on high alert, with the Air Force and Military Intelligence Directorate (AMAN) maintaining constant readiness for a potential escalation in the Iranian theater, which remains the primary concern. Zamir's remarks were first reported by Keshet News. Any Israeli involvement in an escalation with Iran would be coordinated with the United States, continuing the close coordination between the IDF and the US military that has been in place since the April ceasefire and the conclusion of Operation "Lion's Roar."
Meanwhile, AMAN is actively developing a "target bank" in Iran, encompassing various potential targets including missile sites, fire and armament systems, and facilities related to Iran's nuclear program. The IDF spokesperson declined to comment on the matter. Approximately a week prior, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu remarked during a visit to Tel Nof Air Force Base that "there are signs that our enemies will try to attack us ahead of the elections," adding a stern warning to adversaries.
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