Experts Warn of Potential Escalation in Conflict with Iran

Middle East expert Yoni Ben-Menachem warned that ahead of the US elections in November, Iran plans to escalate its campaign against American interests in the Middle East. Tehran's goal is to destabilize the situation and undermine Donald Trump's electoral prospects.

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Experts Warn of Potential Escalation in Conflict with Iran
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Are Iranian forces preparing for a major attack? Middle East expert Yoni Ben-Menachem warned in an interview with Oded Menashe that ahead of the US elections in November, Iran intends to escalate its campaign and launch powerful strikes against American interests in the Middle East.

Ben-Menachem noted that attacks on Israel cannot be ruled out. According to his assessment, Tehran's primary goal is to "reach a situation where American soldiers' blood is spilled." Iran believes this would severely damage Donald Trump's chances of winning the election, making it easier for them to deal with the USA in the future.

Earlier today, the Financial Times reported that Iran is considering expanding its circle of attacks to Europe should the US escalate the war. According to the report, Iranian forces have examined potential targets in the southeast of the continent, primarily in Bulgaria, after the country authorized the use of an airbase for American refueling aircraft last month.

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