US and Israel Draft Iran Strike Plans Following November 3 Midterms

The US and Israel have reportedly drafted plans for renewed strikes against Iran after the November 3 elections, with potential targets including energy infrastructure and nuclear facilities like Pickaxe Mountain. Brent crude is near $109 a barrel, nearly 50% above its pre-war close, following a 27.9% jump after the February 28 Iran war launch. However, US President Donald Trump previously halted an attack and has shelved earlier plans, partly to prevent pump prices from rising. Experts note that if Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu loses the October 27 vote, his power to launch a war may be limited.