Shayan Samei’i, a national security expert, referring to the increased US military presence in the region, said it cannot be ruled out that there could be an attack on the Islamic Republic before the US midterm elections or the Israeli elections.

He believes the Islamic Republic is trying to show a military advantage for itself by displaying power and making claims about mines being laid in the Strait of Hormuz, while the United States, by reinforcing its forces and military equipment in the region, is sending a clear message about readiness to respond militarily.