Iran is reportedly preparing to carry out an attack on Israel in the coming days, potentially before the U.S. presidential elections, according to a report by Axios on Thursday. The report cites Israeli intelligence sources and suggests that the attack may be launched from Iraqi territory.

Iran is likely planning to attack Israel in the coming days using ballistic missiles and drones. The strike is expected to be carried out from Iraqi territory, Axios informs. Two Israeli sources told the news agency that the strike on Israel would be carried out by pro-Iranian militants in Iraq.

Officials and analysts say the recent Israeli strikes on Iran's air defenses and missile production sites left it vulnerable to more military action.

The Biden administration warned the Iraqi government that if it doesn't prevent an Iranian attack from its soil, it could face an Israeli attack on its territory, two U.S. officials told Axios. Why it matters: The U.

Iran's chief diplomat says Tehran opposes military escalation in the region but will respond to Israel's deadly October 26 strike against his country