US Has Plans for Major Iran Strikes if Trump Chooses
The plans would target Iranian energy, military and nuclear sites, while U.S. intelligence warns Tehran and the Houthis could retaliate against American personnel.
- American forces are prepared for major operations against Iran within 96 hours of receiving an order from President Donald Trump, CNN reported on Monday, though he has not yet authorized a strike.
- The Pentagon and Central Command developed the campaign amid heightened tensions, reflecting concerns that previous strikes failed to achieve lasting results against Iranian military capabilities.
- Proposed targets include energy and nuclear facilities, with a senior Pentagon official stating, "The Department is a planning organization, and its job is to develop and execute military options ordered by the President."
- Intelligence reports indicate Iran and Houthi forces could retaliate against American personnel in the Middle East, while disruption around the Strait of Hormuz has fueled international energy cost concerns.
- President Trump is reportedly considering major strikes after the midterm elections, while Netanyahu's office disputed reports that he requested a joint US-Israeli attack, calling them "fake news.
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Tensions between the US and Iran are expected to escalate. It is claimed that once Trump approves it, the US military can attack in 96 hours. Missile targets are on target, but the final decision to attack has not been made so far.
Cairo, Oct 28 (EFE).- Oman, which acted as a key mediator between Iran and the United States (US) before this country and Israel began the war against the Islamic Republic in February, urges both to "leave the country in peace" while calling for a framework of cooperation between Tehran and its [...] The entry Iran accuses Trump of scorning diplomacy after admitting that he never believed in the truce was first published in HolaNews.
According to two US officials, Washington currently has enough troops in the region to carry out possible attacks.
The American military is developing options for new attacks that should increase pressure on Tehran, writing The Wall Street Journal.
U.S. military units are reportedly prepared to launch a major new offensive against Iran within 96 hours of a presidential order
U.S. officials say American forces positioned across the Middle East could begin a major offensive against Iran within 96 hours of a presidential order, amid escalating intelligence warnings.
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