The Pentagon is preparing new plans for a possible resumption of major military operations against Iran, including a proposed three-day campaign targeting the country’s missile and drone arsenals, energy facilities, and military command centers. According to U.S. officials cited by The New York Times, President Donald Trump has rejected five previous proposals for major strikes in recent months, while officials continue to weigh military options amid stalled negotiations. Three U.S. aircraft carriers are also expected to operate in the Middle East, increasing American military presence in the region.
Trump said on October 8 that the United States would not attack Iran before the November 3 midterm elections, citing what he described as productive discussions with Tehran. However, negotiations remain deadlocked over Iran’s nuclear program, sanctions, and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route for global energy shipments. A renewed offensive could further disrupt oil supplies and push energy prices higher, while the administration continues to balance military pressure against the possibility of a diplomatic agreement, according to Reuters.
