The Wall Street Journal reported that the United States has notified several Arab countries in the Persian Gulf to be ready for a possible short but severe military operation against the Islamic Republic after the United States' midterm elections. This newspaper reported that the US military is moving a Patriot system from Texas to bolster its missile defenses, moving its forces from vulnerable bases and replenishing its ammunition reserves. Bombers and fighter jets are also preparing for possible attacks. The Wall Street Journal, citing people familiar with the positions of US President Donald Trump, wrote that he has not yet made a final decision, but he is leaning toward a large-scale attack after the elections that could damage Iran's infrastructure and nuclear facilities. This newspaper added that Israel was also preparing targets for a new attack. At the same time, regional mediators are trying to revive the talks. The White House has said it would not comment on possible military plans, and Trump is keeping all options on the table to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.

The Wall Street Journal reported that the United States has notified several Arab countries in the Persian Gulf to be ready for a possible short but severe military operation against the Islamic Republic after the United States' midterm elections. This newspaper reported that the US military is moving a Patriot system from Texas to bolster its missile defenses, moving its forces from vulnerable bases and replenishing its ammunition reserves. Bombers and fighter jets are also preparing for possible attacks. The Wall Street Journal, citing people familiar with the positions of US President Donald Trump, wrote that he has not yet made a final decision, but he is leaning toward a large-scale attack after the elections that could damage Iran's infrastructure and nuclear facilities. This newspaper added that Israel was also preparing targets for a new attack. At the same time, regional mediators are trying to revive the talks. The White House has said it would not comment on possible military plans, and Trump is keeping all options on the table to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.