Washington, DC – Axios reports that US officials say President Donald Trump is unlikely to order military action against Iran before returning from his trip to China on Friday. This comes as the administration continues to assess the available options.
The officials explained that one of the scenarios being considered within the administration is the possibility of resuming airstrikes. This would involve targeting approximately 25% of the targets previously identified by the US military but not yet struck inside Iran.
Military options under consideration
An official indicated that the US administration is considering a range of military and tactical options, foremost among them the resumption of limited airstrikes, as part of what was described as a gradual approach to dealing with developments in the Iranian issue.
The sources added that these options are still under discussion and no final decision has been made. This comes amid ongoing consultations within decision-making circles in Washington.
According to Axios, another option under consideration is reactivating the so-called “Operation Freedom” to secure navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. The strait is one of the world’s most important strategic waterways for the transport of oil and energy.
Awaiting Trump’s decision
This proposal is linked to the ongoing escalation in the region, amid concerns about the impact of these tensions on global trade and energy supplies.
These leaks come at a time when the international community is awaiting decisions from the US administration regarding its handling of the Iranian issue. This is occurring against a backdrop of escalating regional and international tensions.
Observers believe that any potential military action could open the door to a new phase of escalation in the region. Meanwhile, US sources maintain that all options are still under consideration and no decision has yet been made.
