Iran stops Israel attack plans after Trump wins

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Following President-elect Donald Trump’s decisive victory over Vice President Kamala Harris in November, intelligence reports suggest Iran suspended plans for an offensive against Israel.

According to a recent New York Times investigation, Iran’s diplomatic stance has softened considerably since the election results. The shift became evident when Iranian leadership dispatched a senior official to Beirut, encouraging Hezbollah to pursue peace talks with Israel. Simultaneously, Iran’s United Nations representative arranged a meeting with Elon Musk, seemingly attempting to establish connections with Trump’s close associates. The nation is also scheduled for discussions in Geneva with European partners regarding various matters, including nuclear program developments.

🚨Just in: Iran has called off their coming attack against Israel in light of President Trump victory.

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This diplomatic approach contrasts sharply with Iran’s aggressive posture in late October when military preparations were underway for a significant strike against Israel. At that time, an Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps deputy commander stated, “We have never left an aggression unanswered in 40 years.”

Multiple Iranian sources, including a Revolutionary Guard member, confirmed that Trump’s electoral success on November 5, combined with Israel’s military campaign against Hezbollah in Lebanon, prompted this strategic pivot. According to the Times, Iran’s decision to abandon the planned Israeli attack stemmed from concerns about antagonizing the incoming administration, particularly given Trump’s selection of cabinet members known for their pro-Israel stance and opposition to Iran.

The Trump Administration is going to crack down on Iran and on Hamas. And as a result, we are going to continue seeing rapid movement toward a real ceasefire and the release of hostages. pic.twitter.com/UkklFq1HVb

— Mike Lawler (@lawler4ny) December 1, 2024

Trump has consistently demonstrated unwavering support for Israel, promising to immediately remove restrictions on weapons deliveries upon taking office. These restrictions were implemented by the Biden-Harris administration in May, following Israel’s military operations in Rafah, Gaza’s southernmost city, despite White House opposition. The operation ultimately succeeded in securing Gaza’s Egyptian border and eliminating Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, who had attempted to escape through Rafah, as reported by Breitbart News.