Trump reviewing military options against Iran amid crackdown on protesters, U.S. officials say
President Trump is reviewing possible military actions against Iran, with officials warning that strikes could provoke retaliation and further escalate regional tensions.
The New York Times, citing several U.S. officials, reported that while President Donald Trump is considering carrying out his threats against Iran over its crackdown on protesters, new military options have been presented to him in recent days.
According to the report, Trump has not made a final decision but is seriously reviewing the possibility of authorizing strikes.
Senior U.S. officials said that at least some of the proposed options target specific parts of Iran’s security apparatus directly involved in suppressing protests.
U.S. commanders in the region have stressed that any potential strike would require more time to stabilize American military positions and prepare for possible Iranian retaliation. Proper planning is seen as essential to minimize risks to troops.
Analysts warn that any U.S. military action could backfire politically. It might push Iranian public opinion further toward supporting the government and could trigger retaliatory attacks against American forces and diplomatic facilities.
A senior U.S. military official emphasized that Washington must weigh the potential consequences carefully, noting that poorly timed or insufficiently planned attacks could endanger personnel in the region.
Officials also cautioned that an escalation could spark a broader conflict, potentially threatening not just U.S. forces but also regional stability in the Middle East.
While Trump weighs his options, U.S. leadership faces a complex challenge; responding to Iran’s crackdown on protests without provoking wider military escalation.
The situation underscores the delicate balance between deterrence and caution in U.S. foreign policy, where every decision carries potential strategic and humanitarian consequences.
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