US-Iran Tensions: Is America Planning an Attack? Experts Cite 4 Key Reasons

• Experts believe a US military operation against Iran is increasingly likely, especially if peace talks fail to achieve American goals.
• America's primary long-term objective is regime change in Iran, aiming to install a US-backed government for regional and oil economy benefits.
• The current stable oil market with limited demand is seen as a 'safe window' for an attack, with experts predicting only a limited impact on global oil prices.
• The US hopes that an attack could spark further public protests in Iran, aiding regime change and allowing the US to frame its actions positively.
• Domestic politics, including upcoming midterm elections, push Trump to act swiftly on Iran to achieve strategic success and potentially lower crude oil prices.