Israeli military chief Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir warned senior US officials on Tuesday that restarting the war within three weeks could force Israel to postpone its October 27 elections, Axios reported. Zamir cited the likelihood of Iranian missile retaliation against Israel after US officials briefed him on preparations for renewed operations.
Brent crude rose 5% to trade above $105 a barrel Thursday amid reports of preparations for possible renewed combat. The Pentagon ordered US Central Command to complete those preparations, but Trump has not authorized an attack. A renewed offensive could include US and Israeli strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure and nuclear facilities, Axios reported.