Daijiworld Media Network – Washington
Washington, Jun 19: In a significant development that could reshape the already volatile Middle East landscape, senior officials in the United States are reportedly preparing for a possible military strike on Iran in the coming days, possibly over the weekend. According to sources familiar with the high-level discussions, Washington is laying the groundwork for what could be a direct entry into the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel.
While the situation remains fluid, the mobilization of key federal agencies suggests serious deliberation is underway. Insiders indicate that President Donald Trump, who has fluctuated between calls for diplomacy and hints of aggression, may be nearing a decision. “I may do it. I may not do it,” the former President stated when quizzed on his intentions, adding that he prefers to act at the “last moment” due to the constantly shifting ground realities in the region.
This change in tone comes barely a week after Trump advocated for diplomatic engagement with Tehran to revisit nuclear disarmament talks. However, in light of fresh intelligence reportedly suggesting Iran’s proximity to acquiring a nuclear weapon, pressure from political allies, including Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, has intensified. Graham, a staunch supporter of military intervention, has reportedly had multiple conversations with Trump and stated, “The sooner we end this threat to mankind, the better.”
The White House has not confirmed any strike plans officially but maintains that “all options are on the table.”
Meanwhile, diplomacy continues to dangle by a thread. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi reiterated Tehran’s commitment to peaceful negotiations, asserting that Iran neither possesses nor seeks nuclear weapons. European foreign ministers from the UK, France, and Germany are expected to meet with their Iranian counterpart on Friday in Geneva to explore diplomatic alternatives.
Tensions between Israel and Iran have dramatically escalated over the past week. As Israel continued to launch targeted strikes — including on nuclear-related sites — Iran has retaliated with hundreds of ballistic missiles and drone attacks, reportedly resulting in over 800 injuries and 24 deaths in Israel. Israel's counteroffensives have killed more than 224 people in Iran, according to reports.
President Trump, who has long championed a non-interventionist foreign policy, appears to be weighing a crucial turning point. Despite encouraging Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to “keep going” with operations, Trump has so far avoided any commitment of American military involvement.
As the clock ticks and global diplomacy hangs in the balance, the world watches closely — with hope for restraint and fear of escalation.