US, Israel prepare for fresh Iran strikes as Tehran threatens with ‘Father of All Bombs’
The US and Israel are reportedly planning potential military strikes against Iranian energy and nuclear infrastructure following the US midterm elections. Meanwhile, Iran has threatened to unveil a new weapon referred to as the 'Father of All Bombs'.
Why it matters
Escalating military tensions between these nations pose a significant risk to regional stability and global energy markets.
The United States and Israel have drawn up plans for renewed military strikes on Iran after the US midterm elections, according to a report by The New York Times.Meanwhile, Tehran has threatened to unveil a weapon it calls the “Father of All Bombs” amid escalating tensions in West Asia.The proposed US-Israeli operation could involve a short but intensive campaign targeting Iran's energy infrastructure, nuclear facilities and missile and drone arsenal.Citing US officials and others briefed on the deliberations, The New York Times reported that the two militaries had stepped up exercises, including flights over Iraq to practise strike manoeuvres.US war secretary Pete Hegseth also met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Israel this week to discuss the possibility of renewed strikes, according to the report.Some US officials believe another round of attacks could push Iran's economy to the brink and pressure Tehran into making diplomatic concessions after nearly eight months…
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