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Israel Pushed for Iran Strike Last Weekend, Trump Opposed
Israeli officials tried to launch an attack on Iran last weekend but were blocked by U.S. President Donald Trump, who cited concerns about election interference. The U.S. military has completed preparations for a potential strike on Iran, which could be launched within 96 hours of presidential approval.
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What happened
- 01Israeli officials attempted an attack on Iran last weekend but were opposed by President Trump.
- 02Prime Minister Netanyahu pushed for the strike before the recent elections.
- 03Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir warned that an attack could harm election integrity.
- 04U.S. military forces are prepared for a potential large-scale attack on Iran within 96 hours.
- 05The potential strike could target energy, military, and nuclear sites in Iran.
- 06The operation might occur by year's end, likely after U.S. midterm elections.
The operation, possibly targeting energy, military, and nuclear sites, is estimated to occur by year's end, likely after U.S. midterm elections.
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