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US mulls over ground offensive in Iran despite claims of talks

US and Israeli strikes on Iran continue over a month after the joint campaign began. Washington is mulling a ground offensive to seize Iran's nuclear stockpile, which would be one of the riskiest in US history. Thousands…

US mulls over ground offensive in Iran despite claims of talks

US and Israeli strikes on Iran continue over a month after the joint campaign began. Washington is mulling a ground offensive to seize Iran's nuclear stockpile, which would be one of the riskiest in US history.

Key takeaways

Quick scan — what you need to know:

  • US and Israeli strikes on Iran continue over a month after the joint campaign began.
  • Washington is mulling a ground offensive to seize Iran's nuclear stockpile, which would be one of the riskiest in US history.
  • Thousands of American army personnel arriving in the region over the weekend, as Trump also signalled to a possible seizure of Kharg island.

Background

What led here, in plain terms:

  • Washington is mulling a ground offensive to seize Iran's nuclear stockpile, which would be one of the riskiest in US history.
  • Thousands of American army personnel arriving in the region over the weekend, as Trump also signalled to a possible seizure of Kharg island.

Why it matters

Why readers and decision-makers should care:

  • Thousands of American army personnel arriving in the region over the weekend, as Trump also signalled to a possible seizure of Kharg island.
  • US and Israeli strikes on Iran continue over a month after the joint campaign began.
  • Washington is mulling a ground offensive to seize Iran's nuclear stockpile, which would be one of the riskiest in US history.