U.S. preparing attack scenarios on Iran

The US presented the Pentagon and the White House with several military operation options against Iran, including large-scale bombing of regime facilities, attacks on Khamenei, and raids by US special forces on Iranian nuclear sites. These options were mentioned in the context of a possible conflict escalation if Iran does not accept the ready proposals. Among limited scenarios, strikes against symbolic Iranian targets were analyzed, leaving room for further mobilization. A unique point is the indication of a potential capture of Khamenei, considered more difficult than a similar operation against Maduro due to enhanced security and geographical complexity. Additionally, the report notes that approved US actions include transferring Patriot air defense systems to Saudi Arabia in response to a shift in the Saudi government's position, which previously opposed escalation.

The US continued to predict that, in case negotiations fail, the Iranian regime would grow stronger and be supported accordingly.

Context

The US and Iran are in a long-term conflict related to protests, sanctions, and Saudi Arabia's support, which increases regional tensions.