Caitlin Doornbos
WASHINGTON — As President Trump cranks up pressure on Iran, Pentagon brass are quietly lining up a wide menu of military options — which could put US boots on the ground in a major war for the first time in nearly half a decade. For now, Trump is pursuing a dual-track strategy: building overwhelming military pressure while leaving the door open to a deal — even extending a Friday deadline for Tehran to meet US demands.
Meanwhile, thousands of US troops, including elements of the elite 82nd Airborne Division, are surging into the region alongside Air Force, Navy and Marine assets — a show of force designed to box Tehran into negotiations while preparing for a potential clash. What’s more, the Pentagon is reportedly considering a plan to send an additional 10,000 troops to the Middle East amid the war with Iran, according to the Wall Street Journal.
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