quote: The size and targets of the potential strikes—and whether the administration will ultimately proceed—are still be | Hanami
quote: The size and targets of the potential strikes—and whether the administration will ultimately proceed—are still being debated. The plans are being developed by U.S. Central Command, which is coordinating the war effort, a U.S. official told us. Even the plans’ advocates acknowledge that limited strikes would not, by themselves, bring Iran to the negotiating table, restore safe travel through the Strait of Hormuz, or lower gas prices before Election Day. But those in favor believe that further action after months of uneasy peace could allow Trump to demonstrate strength and potentially declare some sort of victory, giving Republicans much-needed momentum heading into the election. | Trump Might Order Another Iran Strike Before the Midterms
Pentagon planners are crafting options though no final decision has been made. https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/10/trump-iran-strike-midterms/688910/