Washington, United States. The Pentagon is preparing for weeks of ground operations in Iran, the Washington Post reported on Saturday, citing U.S. officials. The report said the plans could include raids and other operations, though it remains unclear whether President Donald Trump would approve them.
Reported operational planning
The Washington Post reported that the planning could involve raids by Special Operations forces and conventional infantry troops, citing U.S. officials. The report said uncertainty remains over whether President Donald Trump would approve any of the plans.
Deployments to the Middle East
According to the report, the Trump administration has deployed U.S. Marines to the Middle East as the war in Iran enters its fifth week. The administration has also been planning to send thousands of soldiers from the U.S. Army’s 82nd Airborne to the region, the report said.
What do you think the reported planning could mean for the next phase of the war in Iran?
