US may resume Iran strikes on November 4, Gulf states urged to prepare

The United States may resume strikes against Iran on November 4, the day after the midterm congressional elections, according to the MS NOW television channel, citing sources. The US administration has reportedly urged several Persian Gulf countries to prepare for a "short, intense round of strikes." The administration informed Gulf allies of the potential attack, which could begin as soon as November 4. Washington's partners in the region are seeking de-escalation, fearing Iranian retaliation, and some may oppose the use of bases on their territory for US strikes, according to an unnamed regional official. The US and Israel began a war with Iran on February 28, and a memorandum of understanding was signed in June, but Washington resumed large-scale strikes on July 8, accusing Iran of violating the agreement regarding the Strait of Hormuz. The administration later signaled a shift toward economic sanctions instead of military force.