Iran Prepares for War Regardless of US Midterms and Israeli Election Results
Iran readies for intensified conflict as US midterms and Israel’s election loom, with Tehran’s offensive doctrine aiming to raise the cost of any strike.
POLICY WIRE — Cairo, Egypt — Iran’s senior officials say the nation will continue to pursue a confrontational stance regardless of the outcomes of the U.S. midterm elections or Israel’s upcoming vote.
Analysts note that Tehran has shifted to an offensive military doctrine designed to make any future U.S.-Israeli strike far more costly for the attackers.
With Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu scrambling to retain power and former President Donald Trump facing a challenging congressional race, Iran sees no reason to alter its strategic calculations.
Public sentiment inside Iran reflects growing anxiety, as many citizens anticipate a possible return to full‑scale warfare amid the heightened political uncertainty in both Jerusalem and Washington.
Preparations are reportedly underway for a potential response after the U.S. elections next week, while Israeli officials have warned they could launch out of proportion, stronger than you can ever … strikes if Tehran escalates.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
