US and Israel plan new strikes on Iran after midterm elections

The US and Israel are preparing plans for a short but intense military operation against Iran, potentially launched after the US midterm elections on November 3, according to The New York Times. US officials say military training and maneuvers have intensified, including flights over Iraq. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu this week to discuss potential strikes targeting Iran's energy infrastructure, nuclear sites, and missile and drone stockpiles. Some officials believe another major strike wave could cripple Iran's economy and force diplomatic concessions, though others doubt the outcome would improve on previous attacks. Iran has warned of a broader response, potentially targeting data centers and undersea internet cables, while diplomatic contacts continue amid threats used as leverage.