US Finalizes Iran Attack Plans, Centcom Receives Them

The Pentagon has finalized its attack plans against Iran and transferred them to U.S. Central Command (Centcom), according to a report from the United Arab Emirates. The proposed three-day offensive would target sites beyond Iran's nuclear program, including command and control centers of the Revolutionary Guards, facilities used for military production, missile stockpiles, and infrastructure for explosive drone operations. Western sources suggest that political considerations are currently delaying the execution of these plans.

Tehran has reportedly managed to restore some of its military capabilities during a recent period of calm. The U.S. is also considering strikes on energy facilities and national infrastructure to increase economic pressure on the Iranian regime and limit its strategic leverage over the Strait of Hormuz. The existence of a plan for a short, intense campaign of approximately three days was previously reported by The New York Times.

Reports indicate that senior American officials discussed options for striking Iranian missile and drone arrays, energy facilities, and Revolutionary Guard sites at Camp David. The timing of any potential strike is a significant political consideration, as an attack before the U.S. midterm elections could harm the ruling party's prospects, particularly President Donald Trump's efforts to maintain a Republican majority in the Senate. An attack before Israeli elections could also disrupt their proper conduct.