US Prepared for Iran Attack Within 96 Hours, Potentially With Israel
Translated & summarized from Mako by baba
The US military is prepared for a large-scale attack on Iran within 96 hours of President Trump's order, potentially with Israeli participation. Prime Minister Netanyahu had pushed for strikes before Israel's elections, but was asked to wait by the US. A key reason for the delay was a warning that an attack could disrupt Israeli elections. US intelligence believes Iran and its allies would retaliate, but are unlikely to initiate an attack themselves.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- US military is ready for a large-scale attack on Iran within 96 hours of President Trump's order.
- The potential offensive would be significantly larger than previous strikes, targeting key infrastructure.
- Prime Minister Netanyahu urged President Trump for a joint strike before Israel's elections.
- An Israeli military chief warned that an attack could disrupt and postpone Israel's elections.
- Iran and Houthis are expected to retaliate against US and allied forces if an attack occurs.
The United States military has completed preparations in the Middle East for a broad campaign against Iran, with an operation potentially launching within 96 hours of President Donald Trump giving the order, according to a CNN report. American officials emphasize that this offensive would be significantly larger than previous strikes, targeting not just easily repairable military infrastructure but also energy facilities and nuclear sites. Some officials believe the question is not if Trump will order an attack, but when, with a decision possibly coming by year's end, though after the US midterm elections is considered most likely. However, Trump has not yet made a final decision, though he appears inclined towards a significant military action.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been pushing for renewed strikes against Iran, but the US administration requested he delay until the US was ready for a joint operation. An Israeli security source told N12 that Netanyahu urged Trump for a joint strike before Israel's elections, but Trump did not give the green light. One reason cited for Trump's hesitation was a warning from Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Dan Kane, that such an attack would disrupt Israel's elections and potentially lead to their postponement.
US intelligence indicates that Iran and the Houthis are taking the possibility of a new American attack, possibly involving Israel, very seriously. They are expected to respond immediately with attacks on American military personnel and facilities in the Middle East and possibly beyond if such an operation commences. However, current intelligence suggests Iran and the Houthis are unlikely to initiate an escalation themselves.
Israel reportedly postponed its own plans for further strikes, now preparing for a potential joint operation with the US, likely after the American midterms. Israel's agreement to delay may stem from its need for US support in missile defense. US intelligence also notes a lack of clear strategic objectives from Netanyahu and his allies beyond weakening the Iranian regime and showing progress. The plans for a joint strike are reportedly ready, awaiting Trump's approval.
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