▲ U.S. President Donald Trump
The United States has notified several Arab nations in the Gulf region to prepare for a short-term, high-intensity military operation following the midterm elections in early November, the U.S. daily The Wall Street Journal reported on the 27th (local time).
The newspaper noted that these messages, delivered through diplomatic and military channels, are among the signs indicating that the U.S. and Israel are preparing for a new, large-scale military operation targeting Iran.
According to sources, the U.S. military is bringing Patriot air defense missile systems from Texas to the Middle East to strengthen missile defense networks.
Troops stationed at bases vulnerable to attack have also been relocated to other areas in preparation for potential escalation.
U.S. forces stationed in the Middle East are reportedly resupplying ammunition, while bombers and fighter jets are preparing for airstrikes.
In addition, an additional aircraft carrier strike group and an expeditionary marine unit are scheduled to join forces in the Middle East next month.
Sources said that while President Trump has not yet made a final decision on an attack, he is leaning toward launching a massive assault targeting Iran's infrastructure and nuclear facilities after the midterm elections.
An alternative to an attack is attempting negotiations.
While diplomatic efforts by Middle Eastern mediators continue, they have yet to yield results.
President Trump has previously stated that he would not attack Iran before the midterm elections.
However, during a recent campaign rally, referencing the large-scale military operations conducted by the U.S. and Israel against Iran this spring, he hinted at the possibility of additional airstrikes, saying, "We could do another little 'Operation Epic Fury.' Or they (Iran) will make a deal."
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