US and Israel plan new Iran strikes after midterms

The United States and Israel have prepared plans for a new attack on Iran, scheduled to be executed after the US midterm elections, according to The New York Times. The countries have reportedly intensified military exercises, including air strike drills over Iraq. US Defense Secretary Hegseth visited Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu this week to discuss the plans. American officials claim a final three-day attack could inflict enough economic damage to force Iranian concessions, targeting energy infrastructure, nuclear facilities, and weapons depots. Iran has threatened to retaliate by expanding attacks to undersea data centers and internet cables. President Trump previously canceled similar plans this month, facing political pressure ahead of the November 3 elections amid public anger over fuel prices.