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Military ordered to be ready for possible Iran strikes as Trump weighs timing

Axios·October 7, 2026·1 min read
Military ordered to be ready for possible Iran strikes as Trump weighs timing

The Pentagon ordered U.S. Central Command to conclude preparations for resuming major combat operations in Iran, U.S. officials said. The directive lacks a specific strike date, and President Trump hasn't made final decisions. Sources say strikes could occur before the U.S. midterm election, potentially including massive bombing of Iranian energy, infrastructure, and nuclear targets.

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