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"Bring Me Final Plans": Trump Leans Toward Military Strike as Iran Races to Crush Protests in 48 Hours
Pentagon presents expanded target list including nuclear sites, but cyber and internal security strikes remain most likely as the White House prepares to punish Khamenei for the slaughter of civilians
The crisis in Iran has reached a pivotal moment as President Donald Trump reportedly leans toward authorizing a military strike to punish the regime for its deadly crackdown on protesters. According to a White House official speaking to Axios, while no final decision has been made, the President has summoned his top advisors for a critical meeting tomorrow with a clear directive: "Bring me final plans and proposals."
The 48-Hour Window
The urgency in Washington is being driven by alarming assessments from Western intelligence agencies. Sources indicate that the Ayatollah regime is attempting to brutally "crush" the demonstrations within the next 24 to 48 hours. The regime’s strategy is to wipe out the resistance on the streets before the United States or international allies can mobilize effective assistance.
Pentagon Expands the Menu
According to the New York Times, the Pentagon is presenting a significantly wider range of strike options than previously reported. The target list now includes high-stakes assets such as nuclear facilities and ballistic missile sites.
However, officials note that the most probable course of action involves a combination of aggressive cyberattacks and kinetic military strikes specifically targeting the regime's internal security apparatus, the very forces responsible for shooting demonstrators.
Punishment, Not Regime Change
Sources emphasize that the primary goal of any potential American strike is not to directly topple the Iranian government, but to send an unmistakable message to Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei: the killing of peaceful protesters crosses a red line.
While the administration continues to explore diplomatic avenues, deep skepticism remains. US officials believe Tehran’s recent diplomatic overtures are merely a tactic to stall and buy time while they attempt to silence the opposition at home.