Iranians brace for war as U.S. and Israeli elections near

Iranians are bracing for a return to all-out war as Israeli and U.S. elections approach, with leaders sharpening threats and a third U.S. aircraft carrier heading to the region. Many Tehran residents report growing anxiety and are preparing to leave the capital. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, facing a close vote Tuesday, says Iran's leadership must be eliminated, while President Trump vows to "finish the job" eight months after the war began. Iran's leadership expects new U.S. strikes regardless of election outcomes, with officials planning for scenarios and threatening attacks on new targets like undersea data cables. A U.S. naval blockade has restricted oil exports, causing medicine shortages and record-low currency values, with rice prices up over 60% and beef more than 150%. Iranians are stockpiling supplies, while moderates call for a deal, though officials say economic pressure won't change negotiating positions.