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Trump Approves Attack Plans on Iran—but Holds the Trigger
1. What Happened?
According to multiple reports—including The Wall Street Journal and Reuters—President Trump has privately approved military strike plans targeting Iran’s nuclear facilities, notably the Fordow site, though he has not yet issued a final order to strike.
That decision is being used as leverage: the White House hopes Iran will unconditionally abandon its nuclear program, with a looming ultimatum tied to any U.S. intervention.
2. Context & Timing
This intensifies an ongoing crisis stemming from Israeli–Iranian exchanges. Israel has carried out strikes on multiple nuclear-related targets in Iran—including Arak, Natanz, and Bushehr—meeting retaliatory Iranian missile attacks on Israeli territory, including damage to civilian infrastructure and hospitals.
With the conflict entering a seventh day—and Iranian missiles causing Israeli casualties—Trump’s posture seeks to influence the next stage. He’s publicly stated, “I may do it. I may not do it,” underscoring his unpredictable approach.
3. U.S. Military Posture
The U.S. has reinforced its presence in the region: a third Navy destroyer was deployed to the eastern Mediterranean, and another carrier group is moving toward the Arabian Sea. While publicly described as defensive, these moves provide options for rapid action—or could enable co‑strikes supporting Israel .
4. International Reactions
• Russia has issued stern warnings against U.S. intervention, cautioning that “the world is millimeters from nuclear catastrophe”
• China, along with Russia and the UK, is calling for immediate cease-fire negotiations.
5. Legal & Political Implications
Legal experts from the Council on Foreign Relations warn that launching military strikes absent an imminent threat could breach both international law and the War Powers Resolution—Congress may be required to approve.
Domestically, lawmakers are pushing for clearer limits, amid concerns of U.S. escalation into a broader Middle East war .
6. What Comes Next
• Iran’s response: Supreme Leader Khamenei has ruled out surrender, promising “dire consequences” for attacks.
• Diplomacy still on the table: European diplomats are pushing for nuclear talks in Geneva, and Iran has reportedly signalled some openness to negotiation—though rejecting conditional surrender .
• Trump’s next steps: The key decision window is likely within the next week as Trump balances military options with the potential for diplomatic movement.
Bottom Line
Trump has advanced U.S. military planning against Iran as a strategic lever, not yet tipped into war. Yet by publicly approving contingencies—including deep-bunker targets like Fordow—he is ratcheting up pressure. Whether Tehran yields, or war erupts, the region’s trajectory heavily depends on Trump’s imminent decision and global diplomatic engagement.
Attached is a news article regarding Donald Trump who approves attack on Iran
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4g8r8rj87vo.amp
Article written and configured by Christopher Stanley
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