Iran Warns of Devastating Consequences for Any Israeli Attack
Translated & summarized from Srugim by baba
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned that any Israeli attack in the Persian Gulf could have devastating global market consequences. This follows a report that the US has asked Gulf states to prepare for a potential US-led military campaign against Iran after the midterm elections. While US forces are reportedly preparing for escalation, President Trump has not made a final decision on an offensive.
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- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned of devastating global market consequences from any Israeli attack.
- The US has reportedly asked Gulf states to prepare for a potential short, intense military campaign against Iran.
- The potential US-led military action against Iran is expected to begin after the US midterm elections.
- US forces are reportedly repositioning and reinforcing defenses in the region as part of escalation preparations.
- President Trump has not yet officially decided on launching an offensive against Iran.
- Diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the situation have not yet yielded results.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi issued a stern warning on Wednesday, stating that any Israeli military action in the Persian Gulf region could lead to devastating consequences for international markets. His remarks came following a summit of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF), which focused on promoting global oil and gas exports. Araghchi emphasized that the fear of escalating military tensions in the region remains a central concern for both gas suppliers and consumers.
Araghchi's statement follows a report in the Wall Street Journal earlier that day, which indicated the United States had urged Persian Gulf nations to prepare for a "short and intense" military campaign against Iran, potentially commencing after the upcoming US midterm elections. The report suggested that diplomatic and military channels have conveyed messages signaling a joint US-Israeli preparation for a new phase of significant military operations against Iran.
According to officials cited by the newspaper, the US military is reinforcing its missile defense capabilities in the region by deploying a Patriot system from Texas. Additionally, US forces have been repositioned from vulnerable bases as part of preparations for a potential escalation. American forces in the area have reportedly replenished their ammunition stocks, and bomber and fighter jets are on standby for potential strikes.
Despite these preparations, the report noted that US President Donald Trump has not yet officially decided on launching an offensive. However, the assessment is that he is leaning towards a more extensive attack after the midterm elections, targeting Iranian infrastructure and nuclear sites. Meanwhile, ongoing diplomatic efforts by regional mediators to broker an agreement have not yet yielded results.
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