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U.S. readies post-election strikes on Iran infrastructure

By Drooid · Oct 29, 2026 · How we work

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The United States told Gulf Arab states to prepare for an intense campaign against Iran after the Nov. 3 midterms.
U.S. forces are restocking munitions and preparing bombers and fighters for possible strikes.
President Donald Trump leans toward a large post-election attack on Iranian infrastructure and nuclear sites.
Iran warned it would hit economic and civilian targets across the region in retaliation.

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Pew poll shows 50% of Americans extremely concerned about fuel prices linked to Iran war.
AP-Norc poll finds eight-in-ten voters want Congress to prioritize lowering living costs.
Gasoline rose to $1.13 per litre, 40% higher than at President Donald Trump's term start.
Randy Villegas reports diesel near $8.60 and a truck driver’s weekly fuel cost of $1,200.
VoteVets spent $225,000 on ads accusing Senator Dan Sullivan of worsening fuel prices.

History

The Iran hostage crisis began on 4 November 1979 when Muslim students seized the U.S. embassy, holding 52 diplomats for 444 days until the Algiers Accords released them in January 1981. The failed 24 April 1980 rescue, Operation Eagle Claw, killed eight U.S. servicemen and deepened U.S.–Iran antagonism. That legacy drives the U.S. call on Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates to prepare campaign against Iran after the 2024 midterm elections.

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The Iran hostage crisis began on 4 November 1979 when Muslim students seized the U.S. embassy, holding 52 diplomats for 444 days until the Algiers Accords released them in January 1981. The failed 24 April 1980 rescue, Operation Eagle Claw, killed eight U.S. servicemen and deepened U.S.–Iran antagonism. That legacy drives the U.S. call on Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates to prepare campaign against Iran after the 2024 midterm elections.

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