Media: Pentagon Prepares for Possible Ground Operations in Iran

The Pentagon is preparing for possible U.S. ground operations in Iran that could last for several weeks.

This was reported by The Washington Post.

According to its sources, "as American soldiers and Marines arrive in the Middle East, the Pentagon is preparing for ground operations in Iran lasting several weeks, which could become a dangerous new phase in the war if President [of the United States] Donald Trump decides to escalate." As specified in the publication, the potential ground operations would not involve a "full-scale invasion" of Iran by American forces. Instead, they would likely "include raids involving special operations forces and conventional ground troops." According to the sources, the objective of these operations could include, in particular, the seizure of Iran's Kharg Island or the destruction of weaponry in coastal areas near the Strait of Hormuz. One of the sources suggested that carrying out these tasks could take "a couple of months."

The article emphasizes that "it is unclear whether Trump will approve any of the Pentagon's plans." The outlet notes that in the event of a ground operation, American forces "would face various threats," including missile and drone strikes.

As White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt noted when commenting on this publication, "the Pentagon's job is to prepare to give the commander-in-chief maximum freedom of action." "This does not mean the president has made a decision," she added.