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Washington looks to expand Iran strikes
The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump is currently considering expanding its military operations against Iran through an intensive aerial campaign lasting between ten to fourteen days, in response to Iranian attacks targeting American bases. Admiral Brad Cooper has prepared a plan to strike command centers, missile facilities, and drone stations operated by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), with the aim of significantly reducing Iran’s missile capabilities and decreasing the need for American missile defenses. Trump is currently evaluating two options: one is to launch a comprehensive aerial campaign to deter Iranian attacks, and the other is to carry out a limited retaliatory response that would allow for a diplomatic approach. There is an internal division within the administration regarding the extent of the escalation and the potential risks of war. In the first military action since suspending previous strikes days ago, U.S. Central Command conducted a wave of airstrikes inside Iran targeting dozens of sites affiliated with the IRGC, aiming to diminish threats to Americans and maritime navigation, including intercepting Iranian rockets aimed at Jordan. Disagreements within the administration are also prominent concerning the scope and cost of the response; some officials support expanding the strikes, while others warn against draining U.S. defense resources and risking escalation into a prolonged war.
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