According to sources from The Wall Street Journal, U.S. President Donald Trump decided to carry out an attack on Iran last Friday, following his dissatisfaction with Iran's attitude toward negotiations regarding its nuclear energy program. This decision came after Trump received a report on Thursday from Geneva, indicating that there were no signs of Iran agreeing to cease its uranium enrichment activities.

In preparation for the attack, the United States has amassed military resources in the Middle East over the past month, deploying aircraft carriers such as the USS Abraham Lincoln and USS Gerald R. Ford. Additionally, the U.S. Air Force has positioned a significant number of fighter jets and other military equipment at various bases in the region, including locations in Israel, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia, highlighting the seriousness of the U.S. commitment to a military response.

The implications of this decision are vast, potentially escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran. The build-up of military forces signals a readiness for conflict, while the decision to attack could lead to further destabilization in the region, impacting diplomatic relations and the ongoing discussions surrounding Iran's nuclear capabilities. This preemptive military posture illustrates the precarious balance of power in the Middle East and may influence future negotiations.