U.S. prepares for new military strikes against Iran
Washington — The Trump administration was preparing Friday for a fresh round of military strikes against Iran, according to sources with direct knowledge of the planning, even as diplomacy continued.
TL;DR
- The Trump administration is planning potential new military strikes against Iran.
- Diplomatic talks are ongoing, with a final U.S. proposal presented to Iran.
- Rejection of the U.S. proposal could result in the resumption of military strikes.
- President Trump is awaiting Iran's response, which is expected via an intermediary.
- U.S. military and intelligence personnel have canceled Memorial Day weekend plans in anticipation of possible strikes.
- The U.S. has stated that Iran can never possess a nuclear weapon.
- Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps has warned of widespread retaliation if strikes continue.
- House Republicans abandoned an effort to limit President Trump's authority for military operations against Iran.