Is Trump Planning Preemptive Military Strikes Against Iran?

Donald Trump, as he prepares for his second term in office, is reportedly weighing a dramatic shift in US policy towards Iran, with discussions around direct military action on the table. This follows his decision in 2018 to withdraw from the landmark nuclear deal with Iran, known as the JCPOA, which aimed to limit Iran’s nuclear capabilities in exchange for sanctions relief. Trump's "maximum pressure" campaign—intended to cripple Iran’s economy and force them back to the negotiating table—has had mixed results, and now his team is considering an even more extreme approach.

According to sources close to the transition team, Trump is now contemplating "maximum pressure 2.0." This strategy could involve direct military strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, such as the Natanz and Fordow plants, to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons. This idea stems from Trump's urgent desire to stop Iran from acquiring nuclear capabilities during his second term. Despite Tehran's repeate...

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