The US Central Command (CENTCOM) has prepared a plan for a "short and powerful" wave of strikes against Iran aimed at trying to break the current impasse in negotiations, via N12 News
- The sources said that after such strikes, which would likely include infrastructure targets, the US would call on the regime to return to the negotiating table with greater willingness to make concessions on the nuclear program.
- The sources said the plan would only be implemented if Trump orders it. As of Tuesday night, the president had not ordered any military action.
- The sources said that at this point Trump still wants to continue the naval blockade to see if Iran will surrender. But he is considering the military plan if that doesn't happen.
- In the interview, Trump declined to discuss potential military action
Context
The preparation of a "short and powerful" military strike plan by US Central Command against Iran indicates a significant escalation in geopolitical tensions. This could lead to heightened volatility across markets, particularly in energy (oil prices), FX (USD, JPY, GBP), and equities as investors assess the implications for stability in the region and potential disruptions to oil supply.
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