The U.S. military is gearing up for a possible extended operation against Iran, contingent on an attack order from President Donald Trump. This development comes as U.S. representatives, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, are set to negotiate with Iran in Geneva, with Omani representatives acting as intermediaries. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has expressed concerns over the difficulty of reaching an agreement with Tehran, despite Trump’s preference for a diplomatic resolution. Meanwhile, U.S. forces have been bolstered in the region with an additional aircraft carrier and thousands of troops, along with fighter jets and other military power being dispatching to the Middle East.

On a Friday address at a North Carolina base, President Trump suggested that regime change in Iran could be the ideal outcome, asserting that many people exist who could take over the Iranian leadership. His hints at possible regime change align with the broader strategic discussions as the U.S. faces complex challenges with Iran. The intensity of military preparations reflects escalating tensions and the potential for conflict, as diplomatic avenues are explored in parallel.

This situation highlights the precarious balance the U.S. is attempting to maintain in the Middle East while weighing military action against diplomatic negotiations. The deployment of additional military assets signals the seriousness of the U.S. stance, with the government clearly indicating that all options remain on the table. As negotiations unfold, the implications of either a military operation or an agreement could significantly affect U.S.-Iran relations and broader regional stability.