U.S. Central Command Plans 'Short and Powerful' Strikes on Iran as Negotiations Stall
The U.S. military has prepared a new plan for military strikes on Iran to break negotiating deadlock over the Strait of Hormuz blockade. President Trump is set to be briefed on the plan, and rejected Iran's proposal to reopen the vital waterway while postponing nuclear talks.
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Military Plans: U.S. Central Command has prepared a plan for what officials describe as a "short and powerful" wave of strikes on Iran. Three sources confirmed the plans are designed to break the negotiating deadlock.
Trump Briefing: President Trump is set to be briefed on the new military plans by CENTCOM Commander Admiral Brad Cooper.
Rejected Proposal: Trump rejected the Iranian proposal to open the Strait of Hormuz and lift the blockade, signaling the U.S. intends to continue its blockade strategy.
Ongoing Blockade: The USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier is returning to its home port in Virginia, while U.S. forces have redirected 42 commercial vessels attempting to enter or exit Iran's ports. Admiral Brad Cooper noted that 41 tankers carrying 69 million barrels of Iranian oil remain unable to be sold.
War Timeline: The conflict with Iran is now in its 61st day, with Congress expressing concerns about global munitions stockpiles.