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US Prepared for Iran Attack Within 96 Hours, Potentially With Israel

The US military is prepared for a large-scale attack on Iran within 96 hours of President Trump's order, potentially involving Israel. Prime Minister Netanyahu had pushed for strikes before Israeli elections, but was asked to wait for a joint US-Israeli operation.

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What happened

01US military is ready for a large-scale attack on Iran within 96 hours of President Trump's order.
02The potential offensive is described as significantly larger than previous strikes.
03Prime Minister Netanyahu urged President Trump for a joint strike before Israeli elections.
04An Israeli military chief warned that an attack could disrupt Israeli elections.
05Iran and the Houthis are expected to retaliate if attacked.
06A joint US-Israeli operation is anticipated, likely after US midterm elections.

A key reason for the delay was a warning that an attack could disrupt Israeli elections. Iran and the Houthis are expected to retaliate if attacked.