Is Trump Preparing for Another Strike on Iran?

Fears of renewed military conflict in the Middle East are growing after the United States reportedly warned regional allies to prepare for possible further attacks on Iran following Tuesday’s US midterm elections.

According to the Associated Press, US officials have privately urged several Middle Eastern countries to prepare for possible strikes and Iranian retaliation against energy facilities and other critical infrastructure.

President Donald Trump has not made a final decision on further military action.

Trump has repeatedly threatened further action against Iran, while maintaining that he would prefer a diplomatic agreement to end the conflict. A report by Reuters says European officials believe US forces are prepared to launch an attack at short notice, potentially targeting Iranian nuclear facilities.

Iran has warned that any renewed US or Israeli attack would prompt retaliation, raising concerns among Gulf countries that host American military bases and could be drawn into another round of war.

Meanwhile, diplomatic efforts are continuing, with Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan involved in discussions aimed at preventing a return to military confrontation. Iranian officials have also indicated that communications with Washington remain open through intermediarie