US military commanders to brief Trump on new options against Iran, Axios reports
U.S. military commanders are scheduled to brief President Donald Trump on new potential military options against Iran, including targeted strikes and operations in the Strait of Hormuz, according to a report by Axios. The plans aim to increase pressure on Iran regarding its nuclear program and restore freedom of navigation for commercial shipping. The briefing will include leaders from CENTCOM and the Joint Chiefs of Staff, though the White House has not yet commented on the report.
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US military commanders to brief Trump on new options against Iran, Axios reportsSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxU.S. President Donald Trump speaks during an event with Artemis II astronauts in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., April 29, 2026. REUTERS/Evelyn HocksteinPublished Apr 30, 2026, 11:13 AMUpdated Apr 30, 2026, 11:13 AMApril 29 - U.S. President Donald Trump will receive a briefing on new plans for potential military action against Iran on Thursday from the leader of the U.S. Central Command, Brad Cooper, Axios reported on Wednesday.The briefing will take place on Thursday, according to the report which cited unidentified sources.
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