US and Israel Prepare for Potential Iran Military Action

The United States has signaled to Persian Gulf nations the possibility of an imminent military campaign against Iran, urging them to prepare for a short but intense operation following the U.S. midterm elections on November 3. The Wall Street Journal reported that U.S. military forces are enhancing missile defense, replenishing munitions, and readying bomber and fighter aircraft. According to media sources, President Donald Trump is considering significant strikes on Iranian infrastructure and nuclear facilities, though a final decision has not been made.

Israel is also preparing for potential renewed strikes against Iran. A high-ranking source indicated that Israel received a U.S. warning to increase its readiness starting Friday afternoon. This comes as the U.S. is reportedly reassessing personnel at its embassies in Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan, Qatar, and the UAE. The evacuation of relatives of diplomatic staff in Saudi Arabia has been attributed to threats from Yemen's Houthi rebels.

Sources suggest Israel is pressing Washington to expedite preparations for new strikes on Iran, but has not yet succeeded in altering U.S. plans. Previously, it was reported that Iraq believes Israel may have attacked two sites storing Chinese portable missile systems last week, potentially linked to broader U.S.-Israeli preparations against Iran, although official evidence of Israeli involvement is lacking. Additionally, reports indicate the U.S. has repeatedly asked Israel over the past two weeks to conduct strikes on Iranian targets independently, without direct U.S. military involvement.