The Pentagon has directed US Central Command to prepare for potential major combat operations in Iran, according to US officials cited by Axios. Possible operations may include large-scale bombing of ...
US military ordered to prepare for possible Iran strikes ahead of midterm elections - report
Reports say the US and Israel may consider renewed strikes on Iran as nuclear talks stall and military forces build up.
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U.S. military prepares for possible Iran strikes before midterm elections, with potential joint U.S.-Israeli operations.
- Pentagon ordered preparations for major combat operations against Iran.
- Strikes could occur before U.S. and Israeli elections in November.
- U.S. is sending more troops and military assets to the Middle East.
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