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US Envoy Suggests Weekend Strike on Iran, Cites Trump's Openness to Deal

U.S. Special Envoy Tom Barrack suggested a possible attack on Iran this weekend, while Ambassador to the UN Mike Wotz indicated the U.S. is preparing for a prolonged confrontation. President Donald Trump has threatened renewed strikes after the U.S. midterm elections, amid falling approval ratings.

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What happened

01U.S. Envoy Tom Barrack stated an attack on Iran this weekend is possible.
02Ambassador to the UN Mike Wotz said the U.S. is preparing for a prolonged confrontation with Iran.
03President Trump has threatened renewed strikes on Iran after the U.S. midterm elections.
04U.S. and Israeli militaries have reportedly drafted plans for a "short and intense" operation.
05Iran has threatened to retaliate by attacking data centers and undersea internet cables.
06A recent U.S.-Russia diesel deal faces criticism amid concerns it funds Russia's war.

U.S. and Israeli militaries have reportedly drafted plans for a "short and intense" operation targeting Iranian nuclear and energy facilities, though no final decision has been made.

Translated and summarized by baba from Ynet, the latest report. Read Ynet’s original