Middle East braces for escalation after US midterms as Iran-US tensions simmer
Middle East residents fear renewed US-Iran conflict after this week's American midterms. Families are leaving and taking precautions.
A war between the US, Israel and Iran has been locked in stalemate for eight months. The war started in February, when US and Israeli strikes killed Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.
Trump has hinted that renewed fighting is possible after Tuesday's midterms. Trump has not said clearly whether strikes will resume.
People across Saudi Arabia, the UAE and other Gulf countries are watching closely. They are cancelling events and moving offices to remote work.
They are preparing children for possible school closures. Some US diplomat families have quietly left their posts.
A security official in Tehran warned that if conflict restarts, Iran will target infrastructure beyond oil facilities. Iran will wage a long war of surprises.
Trump's recent call with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu caused anxiety.
- Eight months
- Stalemate duration
- Tuesday's midterms
- Decision point
Why it mattersMillions of people in the Gulf depend on stability for their safety, work and travel. Renewed conflict would disrupt schools, businesses and daily life across the region.
