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Israeli officials say decision on possible Iran attack has not been made

Israeli officials say decision on possible Iran attack has not been made

Unnamed Israeli security officials say Israel is unlikely to attack Iran before its 27 October election.

They say US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have held intensive talks about possible attacks in recent weeks.

No final decision has been made, according to the officials.

Netanyahu reportedly does not want an attack before the election.

Israel’s military is preparing for several possibilities, including acting alone, acting with the US, or responding to an Iranian attack.

The military is on high alert and is communicating with US forces, the officials say.

Israeli media have also reported that the US has sought to avoid reigniting the conflict and asked Israel to act independently, but that move has been put on hold.

Israel’s military reportedly believes the US will eventually resume attacks on Iran.

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