US and Israel plan Iran strikes after midterms; Tehran threatens 'Father of All Bombs'

The United States and Israel have prepared plans for renewed military strikes on Iran following the US midterm elections, targeting energy, nuclear, and missile facilities, while Tehran threatens to unveil a weapon called the "Father of All Bombs." The proposed operation could involve a short, intensive campaign, with exercises already conducted over Iraq and discussions held between US War Secretary Pete Hegseth and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Some US officials believe strikes could push Iran's economy to the brink, though President Donald Trump's approval remains uncertain. Iran's Revolutionary Guard spokesperson warned of a new asymmetric response, claiming missile stockpiles have increased 1.5 times since the June 2025 war. Questions persist over the effectiveness of the US "Mother of All Bombs" against deeply buried nuclear sites, as diplomatic efforts continue amid a major US military buildup.