On October 26, 2026, CNN reported that the United States is prepared to initiate a large-scale war against Iran within 96 hours following an order from President Donald Trump. According to sources, the order could be given immediately after the Congressional elections scheduled for November 3.
US Military Action Plans
According to CNN, the US has developed detailed plans for military operations against Iran in the event of a resumption of hostilities. Sufficient forces are already deployed in the region for potential attacks. However, these operations, according to military experts, may be significantly larger than previous strikes on Iranian targets.
Anticipation of Trump's Order
Some US officials believe that the question is not whether an order will be given, but when it will happen. They emphasize that it is most likely to occur before the end of the year, with the nearest timeframe being after the midterm elections in the US.
Scale of New Operations
According to one official, the new military operations may include:
- Strikes on radar systems;
- Attacks on launch installations;
- Destruction of other Iranian facilities that can be quickly restored.
These actions may become part of broader US efforts in the region, indicating the seriousness of the intentions of the Trump administration.