U.S. officials outline potential strikes and strategic moves in key shipping corridor amid stalled negotiations and rising energy costs.
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President Donald Trump is set to receive a high-level military briefing on potential actions involving Iran as tensions escalate and diplomatic efforts remain at an impasse.
According to a report from Axios, the president will be presented with plans developed by U.S. military leadership, including options for a “short and powerful” series of strikes targeting Iranian infrastructure. The briefing is expected to be delivered by Brad Cooper, who leads U.S. Central Command operations in the region.
The proposals are aimed at increasing pressure on Tehran following months of economic sanctions and heightened military positioning. Officials say the goal is to compel Iran to reengage in negotiations under revised conditions.
One option under consideration involves securing portions of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route for global oil and natural gas shipments. Control of the passage could allow the resumption of commercial shipping that has been disrupted during the standoff.
Other plans reportedly include targeted special operations missions focused on Iran’s stockpile of enriched uranium.
A separate report from NBC News indicated that the administration is also weighing whether to increase or reduce U.S. military presence in the strait, where a blockade has halted traffic for weeks.
The disruption has had global economic effects, contributing to rising oil prices and pushing gasoline costs in the United States above $4 per gallon.
In a post on Truth Social, Trump warned that Iran “better get smart soon,” signaling continued pressure on the Iranian government.
U.S. officials have maintained that any agreement must prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons, a position that has guided policy throughout the crisis.
The economic strain on Iran has intensified during the standoff, with its currency declining sharply and inflation increasing. At the same time, U.S. officials have accused Tehran of targeting commercial vessels, raising tensions further in the region.
Administration officials have also consulted with energy sector leaders to assess the impact of supply disruptions on U.S. consumers. The White House has indicated that the blockade could remain in place for an extended period if negotiations do not progress.
The upcoming briefing is expected to inform the administration’s next steps as it considers whether to escalate military actions or continue applying economic pressure.
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