US Builds Up Regional Forces as Potential Iran Targets Come Into Focus

The United States is reinforcing its forces in the region in preparation for possible strikes on Iran, with a range of potential targets under consideration.

The options include nuclear facilities, energy infrastructure, bridges and islands. The scope of the list points to possibilities extending beyond Iran’s nuclear programme to infrastructure and geographic targets.

Sources stress, however, that no decision has yet been made to resume strikes. The military buildup signals preparations for possible action, not confirmation that an attack will take place.

It remains unclear which targets, if any, would be selected. The information available does not specify the facilities or islands being considered, or set out a timetable for potential strikes.