Event Brief
UPDATED Oct 22, 2026 at 2:10 PM ET
Oct 21, 2026 at 9:08 PM ET
US and Israel draw up plans for renewed Iran strikes
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The U.S. and Israeli militaries have drawn up plans for renewed strikes on Iran after U.S. elections, according to the cited reporting. Their forces have stepped up exercises, including flights over Iraq to practise strike manoeuvres. The plans reportedly could involve a short operation targeting Iran’s nuclear facilities, energy infrastructure and missile and drone arsenal.
WHO: The U.S. and Israeli militaries
WHAT: Have drawn up plans for renewed strikes on Iran after U.S. elections.
WHEN: Reported Oct 21, 2026 at 8:50 PM ET
WHERE: Iran
WHY: The stated purpose of the plans is to prepare for renewed strikes on Iran after U.S. elections.
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