Is Trump preparing ground operation in Iran? Bloomberg reveals US signals
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The administration of US President Donald Trump currently has no plans for a ground invasion of Iran. Despite the deployment of troops, Washington is relying on strategic pressure without involving infantry, Bloomberg reports.
Position of the State Department and the White House
According to the report, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the United States is capable of achieving its strategic objectives in Iran without deploying ground forces.
However, he stressed that the military presence provides the President with more room to maneuver.
"We can achieve all of our objectives without ground troops. But we are always going to be prepared to give the president maximum optionality and maximum opportunity to adjust to contingencies should they emerge," Rubio said.
The White House official added that developing various scenarios is the Pentagon’s responsibility, but Trump does not currently intend to launch a large-scale ground operation.
At the same time, Tehran has been warned that the consequences of refusing a new deal would be stronger than ever before.
Military buildup in the region
In recent days, the US Department of Defense has sent around 5,000 Marines and 2,000 paratroopers from the 82nd Airborne Division to the Middle East.
Although these steps have fueled speculation about preparations to seize Iranian oil hubs or nuclear facilities, analysts note that a full-scale invasion would require significantly larger forces.
For comparison, more than 150,000 US troops entered Iraq during the 2003 war. The current US strategy is more focused on a rapid resolution of the conflict — according to Rubio, the war will end in weeks, not months.
Situation around the Strait of Hormuz
A key issue remains the restoration of shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, which is vital for global oil trade.
Trump has set a deadline for Iran to unblock the waterway, warning that otherwise strikes on the country’s energy infrastructure could follow.
The US Secretary of State has already held meetings with G7 representatives in France to secure support from European allies on the issue of the strait’s security.
Situation around the war with Iran
Earlier, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said hostilities with Iran could last another two to four weeks, despite expectations of a quick resolution.
It was also reported that the United States is considering a scenario involving the seizure of six strategic islands in the Persian Gulf, including the Kharg oil hub, to increase pressure on Tehran.
In addition, Washington is preparing an unprecedented level of security for tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, including military escorts and a special insurance program.
