CENTCOM chief's Iran strike advice to Trump
Axios reported that the commander of U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), Admiral Brad Cooper, recommended halting the American bombing campaign around the Strait of Hormuz, considering it to have reached its maximum effectiveness. This came in the context of U.S. President Donald Trump backing away from resuming large-scale military operations against Iran, as he ordered a stop to the strikes after they had been ongoing for two weeks. There were warnings that a shortage of missiles and air defenses could weaken the United States’ ability to protect its forces in the region. Sources indicated that the recommendation was made after most of the targets had been exhausted, and emphasized that continuing operations without a new decision would not yield appropriate results. This reflects a cautious stance regarding military escalation and keeps diplomatic options open with Iran.
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