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Following the White House meeting, a Democratic senator reveals details of a potential US strike on Iran

Iran: What do the US military moves mean?

علي رجب
Last updated: 01/05/2026 12:19 pm
Ali Ragab
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Following the White House meeting, a Democratic senator reveals details of a potential US strike on Iran
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  • Blumenthal: The strike is highly likely and not a surprise.
  • Behind the scenes of the 45-minute meeting at the White House
  • Trump’s plan to secure Hormuz and tighten the blockade

Washington, DC – War drums beat louder in Washington, DC, on Friday, as prominent Democratic Senator Richard Blumenthal revealed strong indications of an imminent military strike against Iran.

These developments come at a highly sensitive time. The Trump administration is currently conducting final reviews of its field strategies, following a series of high-level, classified military briefings.

Blumenthal: The strike is highly likely and not a surprise.

In an interview with CNN, Senator Blumenthal confirmed that military confrontation is now “a very real possibility and a likely next step,” explaining that his conclusion is based on detailed briefings and information circulating behind the scenes of the decision-making process.

He noted that this approach should not surprise anyone. In fact, military leaders have been discussing this course of action for some time.

Blumenthal expressed his deep concern about the repercussions of this escalation, warning that a direct confrontation could endanger the American people and result in “significant casualties.” This would further complicate an already volatile regional situation.

Behind the scenes of the 45-minute meeting at the White House

In parallel with these warnings, Axios revealed a heated military meeting held Thursday evening at the White House. According to officials, the commander of U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), Admiral Brad Cooper, and the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Dan Keane, gave President Trump a detailed 45-minute briefing. The meeting included updated plans for targeting strategic Iranian sites in response to Tehran’s recent actions. These plans focused on precise “surgical strikes” to minimize collateral damage and ensure effective deterrence.

Trump’s plan to secure Hormuz and tighten the blockade

On the parallel economic front, a senior White House official revealed to Politico that President Trump has proposed a new plan aimed at restoring freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.

The strategy involves tightening the blockade on Iranian ports in coordination with regional and international allies. The goal is to impose heavy costs on Tehran and force it to cease obstructing shipping.

The official emphasized that securing energy supply chains is a top priority for the US administration, stressing that Washington will not allow the continued threat to waterways.

Although the ceasefire that began last April ended “official hostilities” under the War Powers Resolution, the White House confirmed that this did not end the state of high alert against renewed Iranian threats. As a result, the region is now facing a range of possible scenarios.

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