Reports: US Warns Gulf States to Prepare for Military Campaign in Iran

According to reports, Washington has urged Gulf allies to prepare for a short, intensive military operation against Iran following the US midterm elections.

The United States has delivered a message to Gulf states warning them to prepare for a possible short and intensive military campaign against Iran, news websites ynet and Maariv reported, citing The Wall Street Journal. According to the reports, the campaign could take place following the US congressional midterm elections.

At the same time, reports indicate that Washington is bolstering its military forces in the region and that Israel is formulating strike targets, while Tehran has threatened a severe response. Gulf officials noted that US President Donald Trump alerted Washington's regional partners ahead of the potential operation.

Further details regarding the scope of the preparations and the timing of the potential action have not yet been released.