Trump Considers US Military Options in Iran-Israel Conflict During NSC Meeting
Key Developments:
- President Trump held a 1-hour 20-minute NSC meeting Tuesday to discuss escalating Iran-Israel hostilities
- Options reportedly included:
- Deploying US “bunker-buster” bombs against Iran’s Fordow nuclear facility
- Authorizing US tankers to refuel Israeli jets for long-range strikes
- Comes after Trump demanded Iran’s “unconditional surrender” but said he wouldn’t target Khamenei “for now”
What’s on the Table?
- Nuclear Facility Strikes
- Israel lacks capability to destroy Fordow’s underground enrichment site
- US GBU-57 bombs could penetrate fortified facilities
- Logistical Support
- Refueling Israeli F-35s could enable deep strikes into Iran
- Would mark direct US combat role despite claims of non-involvement
- Regime Decapitation
- Trump’s comments leave open assassination of Khamenei
- Contradicts earlier reports of rejecting such plans
Strategic Context
- 5th day of direct Iran-Israel exchanges after years of proxy warfare
- US insists “all options open” but claims no current involvement
- Western intelligence alleges Iran pursuing nukes despite denials
Official Statement:
“The President is being regularly updated on the situation and consulting with his national security team.”
- White House spokesperson (anonymous)
Why This Matters:
Potential US entry into the conflict could:
✓ Escalate to regional war
✓ Disrupt global oil supplies
✓ Complicate 2024 election dynamics
