The Wall Street Journal reports that President Donald Trump is leaning toward expanding U.S. military operations in Iran after days of briefings from senior advisers. Options under consideration include expanding airstrikes, deploying ground forces to seize Iranian islands near the Strait of Hormuz, and bombing the site known as 'Pickaxe Mountain' (הר המכוש).
According to the Wall Street Journal, President Donald Trump is leaning toward expanding U.S. military operations in Iran, with options including airstrikes, ground forces to seize Iranian islands near the Strait of Hormuz, and bombing the site known as 'Pickaxe Mountain' (הר המכוש). The report, citing briefings Trump received from senior advisers over recent days, adds new details to the ongoing escalation thread.
The report follows earlier developments The Zioneer covered Wednesday: Trump discussed potentially expanding strikes to Tehran and weighing a strategic bomber attack, according to a senior U.S. official. He also said he may strike Iranian power plants. The White House has been exploring options to break the negotiation deadlock with Iran, with a short-duration campaign reportedly under consideration.
The new options — ground forces and a specific mountain target — represent a significant intensification of the scope of potential operations. The Strait of Hormuz islands are strategically critical for maritime security. The report does not indicate a decision has been made, and the situation remains fluid.
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