US and Israel plan post-election strikes on Iran's energy and nuclear sites

The US and Israel have prepared plans for a new attack on Iran, to be executed after the American midterm elections, according to The New York Times. The countries have intensified military exercises, including air strikes over Iraq. US officials claim a large-scale, three-day attack could inflict enough economic damage to force Iranian concessions. The planned strikes would target energy infrastructure, nuclear facilities, and weapons depots, though experts question the strategy's effectiveness. Iran threatens retaliation against ships and energy sites, potentially expanding to undersea cables and data centers. President Trump previously halted plans due to election concerns, while upcoming Israeli parliamentary elections could also impact Netanyahu's position.