Israeli government sources suggest the US will prioritize economic sanctions over large-scale military operations until the November congressional elections.

Israeli authorities believe the United States is unlikely to launch significant military operations against Iran before the US midterm congressional elections on November 3. According to reports from Al-Monitor, Israeli government sources indicate that Washington is currently focused on maintaining navigation through the Strait of Hormuz using pressure and economic sanctions rather than military force.

Israeli perspective on US strategy

Israeli officials characterize the current approach of tightening economic sanctions and maintaining a siege as the most effective strategy among available alternatives. A senior Israeli security source stated that the country is less focused on the Gulf of Hormuz and expects the US president to avoid large-scale military adventures until after the upcoming elections.

Recent military activity

The United States Central Command previously reported conducting a series of strikes on targets within Iran. Iranian media outlet Press TV reported that these explosions affected locations including Qeshm Island and several cities along the eastern coast. In response, the Iranian military launched strikes against US military facilities located in Jordan, Bahrain, and Iraq.