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U.S. and Israeli Militaries Reportedly Plan Iran Strikes After Midterms

Courtroom-sketch editorial illustration of an archival July 2023 B-2 Spirit flight test above hangars and desert terrain at Edwards Air Force Base; military context, not a depiction of a new strike or the reported contingency planning, rendered in warm ochre and slate-blue pastel strokes.

The U.S. and Israeli militaries have reportedly drawn up detailed options for renewed strikes on Iran after the November 3 U.S. midterm elections. Potential targets include nuclear facilities, missile and drone arsenals, and energy infrastructure. The preparations concern a possible short, intensive campaign, but it remains unclear whether President Donald Trump has approved an operation. A White House official declined to discuss possible military plans while saying Trump retains options to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.

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