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Trump Considers Military Escalation Against Iran Including Seizing Islands Near Strait of Hormuz

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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · 21 hours ago

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President Trump is considering escalating military actions against Iran, including seizing islands near the Strait of Hormuz and expanding airstrikes, after recent intensified U.S. attacks. The moves aim to pressure Iran on nuclear issues and reopen the strategic waterway amid ongoing Gulf tensions and diplomatic efforts.

01Trump is leaning toward expanding military operations against Iran, including island seizures near the Strait of Hormuz.
02Options include increased airstrikes and bombing a fortified tunnel complex at Mount Makuh.
03Trump held a White House meeting to discuss escalation scenarios, including taking Kharg Island.
04U.S. forces struck targets near Tehran for the first time in the current conflict phase.
05Iran activated air defenses in response to expanded U.S. attacks.
06Diplomatic talks led by Qatar continue amid ongoing missile and drone strikes in the Gulf.

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