U.S. Warns Allies of Iran Strikes After Midterms — SkimNews
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- U.S. officials told several Middle East countries to prepare for potential renewed military action against Iran after the Nov. 3 midterm elections, including the possibility of Iranian retaliation
- Trump has not made a final decision on new strikes but has repeatedly said he is weighing military action post-election, while claiming the war could end 'very quick' on his terms
- Pentagon deployed the USS Theodore Roosevelt and roughly 9,000 Marines to the Persian Gulf last month, signaling a major military buildup that could support extended operations
- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated Tehran continues to pursue diplomacy and wants its rejected October proposal to serve as the basis for a ceasefire
- UAE foreign ministry urged both sides to pursue political solutions and exercise wisdom to prevent a return to full-scale conflict
- Jonathan Schanzer warned Tehran might act before the U.S. election if it believes it can gain the upper hand, rather than wait for a post-election strike
Why it matters: The U.S. has spent $47.1 billion on the Iran war, and with gasoline prices affecting voter sentiment, a post-election strike could shift domestic and regional dynamics. Allies now face heightened risk of Iranian retaliation on energy infrastructure, raising stakes for Gulf security and global oil markets.
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