US Prepared for Iran Attack Within 96 Hours, Potentially With Israel
Translated & summarized from N12 by baba
The US military is prepared for a large-scale attack on Iran within 96 hours of President Trump's order, potentially involving Israel. Prime Minister Netanyahu had pushed for strikes before Israeli elections, but was asked to wait for a joint US-Israeli operation. A key reason for the delay was a warning that an attack could disrupt Israeli elections. Iran and the Houthis are expected to retaliate if attacked.
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- US military is ready for a large-scale attack on Iran within 96 hours of President Trump's order.
- The potential offensive is described as significantly larger than previous strikes.
- Prime Minister Netanyahu urged President Trump for a joint strike before Israeli elections.
- An Israeli military chief warned that an attack could disrupt Israeli elections.
- Iran and the Houthis are expected to retaliate if attacked.
- A joint US-Israeli operation is anticipated, likely after US midterm elections.
The United States has completed its military preparations in the Middle East for a broad campaign against Iran, with an attack possible within 96 hours of President Donald Trump giving the order, according to a CNN report citing American officials. This potential offensive is described as significantly larger than previous strikes and is intended to target more than just easily repairable military infrastructure.
American officials believe the question is not if Trump will order an attack, but when, with a decision possibly coming by the end of the year, though likely after the US midterm elections. While Trump appears inclined to approve a significant military action, he has previously reversed such decisions. The target list, developed by US Central Command and the Pentagon, includes energy infrastructure, military facilities, and nuclear sites, though officials acknowledge achieving these objectives may be more difficult due to Iranian familiarity with US tactics.
Israel, led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, has been pushing for renewed strikes against Iran. However, the US administration requested Israel postpone its plans until the US was ready for a joint operation. An Israeli security source indicated that Netanyahu had urged Trump for a joint strike before Israeli elections, but Trump did not give the green light. One reason cited for this delay was a warning from Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir to General Dan Kane, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, that such an attack would disrupt and potentially postpone the Israeli elections.
Intelligence assessments suggest Iran and the Houthis are taking the possibility of a new US and potentially Israeli attack seriously. They are expected to respond immediately with attacks on American military personnel and facilities in the Middle East and possibly beyond, although they are not currently expected to initiate an escalation themselves. Israel reportedly agreed to postpone its immediate strike plans, awaiting a potential joint operation, partly due to its need for US missile defense support.
US intelligence also notes strategic uncertainties regarding Israel's objectives beyond weakening the Iranian regime and showing progress. The report concludes that preparations for a joint strike are complete, awaiting only President Trump's final approval.
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