U.S. President Donald Trump has discussed possible timing and options for military strikes against Iran in recent internal meetings, according to multiple sources familiar with the matter, who said the talks are ongoing and no final decision has been made.
Sources briefed on the discussions said Trump reviewed proposals outlining when and how potential strikes could occur. Advisers presented options that differ in scale, scope and timing. They included assessments of military risks, regional impact and possible responses from Iran and other actors in the Middle East.
Officials informed of the talks said planners examined both immediate and longer-term scenarios. Some options focus on specific targets inside Iran. Other options aim to send a broader signal to Tehran and regional groups. Advisers evaluated the potential for escalation as part of the review.
Sources said Trump requested additional information and further assessments. He has not committed to a course of action and has not authorized any strike, according to people familiar with the matter.
Defense and security advisers contributed to the review. They analyzed possible Iranian countermeasures, risks to U.S. personnel and facilities in the region, and reactions from neighboring countries. Planners also assessed potential effects on energy markets and shipping routes near the Persian Gulf.
Analysts who track U.S.-Iran relations said Iran maintains ties with groups in Iraq, Syria, Lebanon and Yemen. They said planners consider those relationships when evaluating potential responses.
Sources described the discussions as part of a broader review of U.S. policy toward Iran. They said internal consideration of military options does not necessarily lead to action.
There is no public record of a formal decision. Officials have not announced a timetable for any potential strike. Multiple sources said Trump has not reached a final conclusion on whether to authorize military action against Iran.
