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US Intelligence: Iran Determined to Continue War, Weighs Escalation

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By ynet

First reported by Haaretz · 8 hours ago

What happened

US intelligence reports indicate Iran is determined to continue its conflict in the Middle East for months, potentially until the US midterm elections, and is considering significant escalation due to increased confidence in its military capabilities.

  • 01Iran is determined to continue the Middle East conflict for months.
  • 02Tehran is considering significant escalation of hostilities.
  • 03Iran's confidence in its military capabilities has grown.
  • 04The goal is to frustrate Washington until US midterm elections.
  • 05A comprehensive war-ending agreement is seen as difficult.

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YnetCenter · Hebrew27 minutes ago
US Intelligence: Iran Determined to Continue War, Weighs Escalation
HaaretzLeft · Hebrew8 hours ago
US Intelligence Believes Iran Aims to Prolong War for Months

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