The IDF is preparing for a possible renewed attack against Hezbollah in Lebanon if hostilities resume on a large scale with Iran. The IDF reinforces the border posts, updates operational plans and coordinates deployments for the winter, while maintaining readiness for attacks against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon. Israeli security officials await Washington's decision on a wider military campaign against Tehran. However, there are strategic differences between Israel and the US. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu favors the overthrow of the Iranian regime, while some American officials are advocating a short and intense campaign to weaken Tehran and force a more favorable nuclear deal, which could provide President Donald Trump with a political victory after the Republican midterm losses. Other US officials favor diplomacy or continued economic pressure.

The IDF is preparing for a possible renewed attack against Hezbollah in Lebanon if hostilities resume on a large scale with Iran. The IDF reinforces the border posts, updates operational plans and coordinates deployments for the winter, while maintaining readiness for attacks against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon. Israeli security officials await Washington's decision on a wider military campaign against Tehran. However, there are strategic differences between Israel and the US. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu favors the overthrow of the Iranian regime, while some American officials are advocating a short and intense campaign to weaken Tehran and force a more favorable nuclear deal, which could provide President Donald Trump with a political victory after the Republican midterm losses. Other US officials favor diplomacy or continued economic pressure.