According to Jin10, The Wall Street Journal reported, citing people familiar with the matter, that the United States has asked several Gulf Arab states to prepare for a possible brief but intense military operation after the U.S. midterm elections. The messages were conveyed through diplomatic and military channels and were among signs that the United States and Israel are preparing a new round of strikes on Iran. U.S. forces are moving a Patriot air defense system from Texas to strengthen missile defenses, repositioning troops from vulnerable bases and replenishing ammunition. Bombers and fighter jets are preparing for potential strikes. Next month, another carrier strike group and a Marine expeditionary unit are set to join a fleet of about 20 other warships operating in the Middle East, although some vessels may rotate out. Trump has not decided whether to proceed with the plan but is inclined toward a major strike after the elections; potential targets include Iranian infrastructure and nuclear facilities.