The New York Times, citing U.S. officials and others, reports U.S. and Israeli militaries have drawn up specific plans to strike Iran after the U.S. midterm elections. Preparations include intensified exercises and warplanes flying over Iraqi airspace to rehearse strikes. U.S. Defense Secretary Hegseth met Prime Minister Netanyahu this week to discuss the plans. Potential targets cited include Iranian energy infrastructure, nuclear facilities, and missile and drone stockpiles. Some officials say

The New York Times, citing U.S. officials and others, reports U.S. and Israeli militaries have drawn up specific plans to strike Iran after the U.S. midterm elections. Preparations include intensified exercises and warplanes flying over Iraqi airspace to rehearse strikes. U.S. Defense Secretary Hegseth met Prime Minister Netanyahu this week to discuss the plans. Potential targets cited include Iranian energy infrastructure, nuclear facilities, and missile and drone stockpiles. Some officials say a further large-scale strike could push Iran’s economy toward collapse and compel concessions in diplomatic talks after nearly eight months of conflict.