Will Iran strike Israel during the US elections?

A senior official speaking to the American television network CNN has claimed that Iran is preparing to strike Israel before the US Presidential Election to be held on November 5. It was reported that the attack could be launched via Iraq.

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With 4 days left until the US elections, a striking claim has been made regarding the hot tension between Iran and Israel.

A senior official speaking to CNN alleged that Iran is preparing to strike Israel before the US Presidential Election to be held on November 5.

A message sounding like a threat to Tehran came from the White House. 

White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre stated, "Iran should not make a move against Israel. If they do retaliate, we will help Israel defend itself."

The Israeli news site Walla also claimed that Iran is "preparing to carry out a major retaliation from Iraq within a few days."