Israeli intelligence has suggested that Iran could be planning an attack on Israel from Iraqi territory in the coming days, potentially before the U.S. presidential election. This information comes from two Israeli sources reported to Axios.

The current situation is significant as Israel and Iran have been engaged in an escalating conflict recently. By leveraging pro-Iranian militias in Iraq for the attack, Iran may be attempting to mitigate the risk of a direct Israeli counterstrike against its territory.

Sources indicated that the anticipated assault could involve a considerable number of drones and ballistic missiles. Although preparations are reportedly underway, U.S. officials remain uncertain about whether Iran has made a final decision to proceed with the attack.

In related statements, the commander of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps, Hossein Salami, asserted that Israel made a mistake during its recent airstrikes on Iran and warned that the response from Tehran would be “different from any scenario” Israel might expect. A high-ranking Iranian official further stated that a “definitive and painful” retaliation is being planned, likely to occur before the US election.

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The chief of staff to Iran’s supreme leader, Mohammad Mohammadi Golpayegani, emphasized that retaliation is “certain” and will be “strong,” aiming to ensure that Israel regrets its actions.