U.S. President Donald Trump informed top aides late Tuesday that he had approved for military attack plans against Iran but was holding off on issuing the final order, according to a report from The Wall Street Journal, citing three individuals familiar with the matter.
The delay, sources said, is intended to give Tehran a final opportunity to reconsider its pursuit of a nuclear weapons program. Trump is reportedly weighing whether a show of force could deter further escalation, while still leaving room for a diplomatic off-ramp.
The decision comes amid heightened tensions in the region and growing speculation over a potential U.S. military response to Iran’s nuclear ambitions.
