by Emmitt Barry, Worthy News Washington D.C. Bureau Chief
(Worthy News) – Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has held multiple discussions with President Donald Trump about launching another major joint U.S.-Israeli military operation against Iran, potentially before both countries hold elections later this month and in early November, according to reports published Tuesday.
The discussions, first reported by Axios and subsequently detailed by Israeli media, come amid growing concerns over Iran’s efforts to rebuild its nuclear and ballistic missile capabilities following months of U.S. and Israeli military operations.
According to Axios, citing two American officials, an Israeli official, and another source familiar with the conversations, Netanyahu raised the possibility of renewed military action during talks with Trump last week.
Netanyahu reportedly pointed to Iranian nuclear activities as justification for another operation, although Israeli security officials have questioned whether recent intelligence warrants immediate military action.
Trump Has Yet to Authorize New Strikes
Despite the discussions, Trump has not committed to launching another military campaign.
On October 8, the president publicly declared that the United States would not attack Iran before the November 3 midterm elections, even as American military planners continued preparing for a possible escalation.
According to Axios, the Pentagon previously instructed U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) to finalize preparations for renewed major combat operations against Iran.
Israeli military officials have also maintained a heightened state of readiness, coordinating with American counterparts over possible operations.
The Jerusalem Post reported that Netanyahu’s discussions with Trump included concerns about Iran’s efforts to restore its nuclear capabilities.
However, the Israeli Prime Minister’s Office denied reports that Netanyahu was seeking to initiate another war before Israel’s October 27 elections.
Israeli Military Warns of Election Disruptions
The timing of any military operation has become a significant concern for both governments.
Israeli Defense Forces Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir reportedly warned that renewed fighting could trigger Iranian ballistic missile retaliation against Israel, potentially forcing authorities to postpone the country’s elections.
Channel 12 also reported that Israeli security officials have not identified a significant change in Iran’s nuclear threat assessment that would justify a major joint operation within the next two to three weeks.
Nevertheless, Iran has reportedly conducted ballistic missile tests at several locations as Tehran works to rebuild military capabilities damaged during the conflict.
A separate report published by the Jerusalem Post on October 10 suggested that Washington had previously encouraged Israel to conduct unilateral strikes against Iran rather than participate in a joint operation. American and Israeli officials subsequently denied that account.
Iran’s Nuclear Program Remains Central to the Confrontation
The renewed discussions underscore the unresolved confrontation over Iran’s nuclear ambitions and its regional military capabilities.
Washington and Jerusalem remain concerned that Tehran could use a prolonged pause in fighting to restore strategic infrastructure and rebuild weapons programs damaged by earlier strikes.
The United States has maintained military and economic pressure on Iran while pursuing diplomatic negotiations, but substantial differences remain between Washington and Tehran.
For now, the possibility of another major military campaign remains under consideration rather than an approved operation.
Whether Trump ultimately authorizes renewed strikes before the elections, postpones military action, or continues diplomatic efforts could shape the next phase of the confrontation between Iran and the U.S.-Israeli alliance.
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