Iranian officials have issued explicit warnings of potential ground incursions into neighboring states and strikes on Saudi oil facilities, UAE infrastructure, data centers, and internet cables if the United States resumes military action after the November 3 midterms. These statements, conveyed publicly and through regional channels, build on Iran's established pattern of ballistic missile and drone operations against Gulf Arab states during the 2026 conflict, often framed as responses to U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iranian assets. Recent Houthi attacks on Riyadh airport have intensified pressure on Saudi Arabia, while broader Gulf tensions over energy sites, naval movements, and proxy dynamics continue to shape escalation risks. Traders assess these factors alongside scheduled diplomatic and electoral timelines that could trigger or deter further Iranian military actions before late October.