Colonel Douglas Macgregor has expressed concerns that Israel is likely to attack Iran before the upcoming U.S. elections, citing a mix of strategic and political motivations. He suggests that some Israeli leaders see a limited window to strike Iran, as doing so while the current U.S. administration is in office could mean more support or tolerance from the U.S. than might be available after the election. Macgregor believes this calculation could be influenced by the perception that a U.S. response would be limited due to election pressures.
Macgregor has also noted that escalating tensions in the Middle East could have a significant impact on U.S. foreign policy and defense commitments. He argues that some Israeli officials view the upcoming elections as a pivotal moment, leveraging the current administration’s support to address what they see as a growing threat from Iran, which Israel accuses of sponsoring militant groups and expanding its military capabilities. Such an attack, however, could draw the U.S. into a wider regional conflict, especially if Iran or its allies retaliate.
Macgregor has warned that Israeli actions, including attacks in densely populated Gaza and the setup of areas resembling encampments for displaced Palestinians, could ultimately be a testing ground for such encampments to be used globally against citizens who will not comply to their Governments.
Who is Col. Douglas Macgregor?
Douglas Abbott Macgregor is an American retired colonel, government official, author, consultant, and political commentator. Macgregor was a leader in an early tank battle in the Gulf War and was a top planner in the 1999 NATO bombing of Yugoslavia.
For further insights, you may find Macgregor’s viewpoints here on YouTube, where he discusses the potential scenarios involving Israel and Iran leading up to the U.S. elections.
