The U.S. and Israel are planning military operations against Iran's nuclear program. These operations may include an attack on the Kholang nuclear facilities, known as 'Pickaxe Mountain,' which are located deep underground. According to military sources, Trump is considering the use of the GBU-43/B MOAB bomb weighing 22,000 pounds (approximately 10 tons) against these facilities. This bomb is known as the 'Mother of All Bombs.'
Planning for Military Strikes
The U.S. military is likely to carry out its strikes under the cover of darkness. Early next month, the hours of darkness in Iran will increase, which could be used as an opportunity for operations. However, some officials say that Trump may avoid targeting refineries and oil infrastructure due to concerns over rising gasoline prices.
Political analysts believe that Netanyahu, the Prime Minister of Israel, may use the prospect of military action to pressure his political rivals. However, if Netanyahu loses the election on October 27, the possibility of him initiating an aggressive war will be very difficult.
Possible Consequences of Attacks
Peyman Salehi, a political analyst in Tehran, warns that if Kholang Mountain is targeted, Iran may retaliate and attack major oil refineries in Saudi Arabia, including Aramco facilities. These attacks could lead to an increase in oil and energy prices, which in turn would harm the American people.
Mehdi Mohammadi, senior advisor to Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, emphasizes that the idea that the United States could conclude a new round of attacks on Iran within 72 hours is a 'fantasy.' He believes that it will be Iran that determines the end of the war and stresses that Iran's responses could be more severe and creative than before.
Ultimately, given the current developments, it seems that U.S. and Israeli military planning faces challenges, and fluctuations and sudden changes in decision-making could impact the final outcome. Iran is also designing new targets and tactics to respond to military threats.
