Pentagon directs Central Command to prepare for possible Iran operations, Axios reports
The Facts
- The Pentagon directed U.S. Central Command to complete preparations for possible major combat operations in Iran.
- The Pentagon directive did not specify a date for potential strikes.
- Trump had not made a final decision on whether to launch new strikes.
- U.S. and Israeli sources said possible action could occur before U.S. midterm elections.
- Potential renewed operations could target Iranian energy facilities, infrastructure and nuclear sites.
- A renewed conflict could raise oil prices and affect U.S. midterm-election politics, according to Axios sources.
Context
What did the Pentagon order?
The Pentagon instructed U.S. Central Command to complete preparations for a possible resumption of major combat operations in Iran, according to Axios. Yahoo News Axios
Has the United States decided to launch strikes?
No final decision had been made by Trump, and the directive did not set a date for potential strikes. Il Sole 24 ORE Investing.com ANSA.it
What could be targeted if operations resume?
Axios reported that a renewed campaign could involve U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iranian energy facilities, infrastructure and nuclear targets. Investing.com Axios Times of Israel
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