The Pentagon has prepared plans for a possible renewed military campaign against Iran as President Donald Trump weighs whether to resume strikes following stalled negotiations and mounting tensions in the Middle East. According to The New York Times, U.S. and Israeli officials have intensified military preparations for the possible return of combat operations as early as next week if diplomatic efforts fail. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth signaled the administration is prepared to escalate. “We have a plan to escalate if necessary,” Hegseth told lawmakers this week.
