If Iran is :
1. Certain US (and mostl likely Israel) will attack it
2. Is currently in a state of war with US and Israel
3. Has stated that it's military doctrine has changed to an offensive approach, if necessary, THEN....
It's hard argue that Iran attacking US first (or before Iran thinks US will attack)isn't the smart or right thing for Iran currently, aka after the mid terms elections.
I remember we all had passionate debates on PDF about Iran insisting or not insisting offensive strikes on US military assets before the feb 2026 US - Israeli attack on Iran ,and the consensus seemed to be that it was better for Iran to not go on the offensive but If I was Iran, I don't think playing defensive this time around is the more effective/ wiser military move , or is Iran's military bluffing about "going on the offensive if necessary"?