With U.S. forces in position, Trump mulls his options for Iran
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Key Points:
- President Trump remains undecided on launching a military strike on Iran but has significantly increased U.S. naval and air forces in the Middle East, enabling a prolonged bombing campaign if chosen.
- While Trump prefers a negotiated deal on Iran's nuclear program, his demands also include curbing Iran's missile program and regional militia support, areas where Iran has historically refused to negotiate.
- A limited military strike is being considered by Trump as a potential tactic to pressure Iran back to negotiations, with a decision expected within two weeks.
- A larger-scale military operation aimed at regime change is possible but would lack ground troops and face challenges due to Iran’s complex power structure and resilience against air and naval attacks.
- Unlike traditional U.S. war preparations
