US Military Finalizes Plans for Strikes Inside Iran, Awaiting Trump's Decision

The U.S. military has completed the development of several operational plans for further strikes within Iran, which could be executed after the November 3 midterm elections. These plans are reportedly awaiting the approval of President Donald Trump, who has not yet made a final decision. The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), responsible for military operations in the Middle East, has prepared a range of options against the Iranian regime. Sources familiar with the discussions emphasize that Trump wishes to retain all military and political options, not committing to a specific course of action but also not ruling out a large-scale attack on strategic targets in Iran. The Pentagon has declined to confirm details about the planned operations, stating its role is to prepare military alternatives for the President. CENTCOM has also chosen not to comment on the reports, amidst ongoing uncertainty surrounding the White House's intentions. Assessments suggest a potential U.S. campaign could last several days and focus on Iranian nuclear facilities, ballistic missile systems, drone infrastructure, and key energy facilities. These targets are strategically significant, and striking them could significantly weaken the regime's military and economic capabilities. Concurrently, the possibility of action before the elections was raised in statements by U.S. Envoy Tom Barrack, indicating that the timeline may not be strictly limited to the post-November 3 period. For Israel, these developments in Washington carry particular security significance due to the persistent Iranian threat. However, no public decision to launch an attack has been made, leaving the central question as to whether Trump will choose to deploy U.S. military force again.