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Trump Considers Resuming Military Strikes Against Iran After China Visit

US President Donald Trump is weighing the resumption of military strikes against Iran following his return from a visit to China. Top aides are preparing military options, including intensified bombing and potential Special Operations deployments, if diplomacy with Iran fails. Iran has signaled readiness for conflict, with the Strait of Hormuz remaining a critical concern for global oil prices.

US President Donald Trump is considering resuming military strikes against Iran after returning from a visit to China. Top aides are reportedly preparing military options, including intensified bombing and potential Special Operations deployments, if diplomacy with Iran fails. Iran has signaled readiness for conflict, with the Strait of Hormuz remaining a critical concern for global oil prices. Tehran says it is prepared for conflict, while Washington says it is considering military action if diplomacy fails.

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IndependentTimes of IndiaMay 16, 08:40 AM
Op Epic Fury to resume? Trump weighs fresh Iran strikes after China visit: Report

As US President Trump returns from China, pressure mounts over Iran. Top aides are reportedly preparing options for renewed military action against Tehran if diplomacy falters, including intensified bombing and potential Special Operations deployments. Iran, meanwhile, signals readiness for conflict, while the Strait of Hormuz remains a critical concern for global oil prices.

IndependentNew York TimesMay 15, 10:15 PM
Back From China, Trump Faces Decision on Whether to Resume Strikes on Iran

Top aides have drafted battle plans as peace negotiations have stalled.