Trump prepares new military strikes against Iran

U.S.-Iran Military Tensions·Latest event August 1, 2026

Aug 1

Trump prepares new military strikes against Iran

The U.S. military is drafting plans for a bombing campaign with Israel to prevent Iran from rebuilding its nuclear capabilities. Fresh strikes could begin as soon as this weekend as Trump seeks to resolve the conflict. Senator Marco Rubio claimed Iran is confronting a different kind of president willing to use force. This escalation follows recent hostilities. Last week, drones targeted a northern Iraqi city housing American troops. Iranian officials responded by threatening to target U.S. and Israeli energy infrastructure.

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Jul 24

Iran strikes U.S. military bases in Jordan and Iraq after rejecting reported deal

Iran's military claimed responsibility for drone strikes targeting U.S. assets in Bahrain, Jordan, and Kuwait. These attacks followed Tehran's rejection of a reported U.S. peace proposal. Explosions also occurred near a U.S. base in Iraq. Regional conflict is currently depleting U.S. interceptor stockpiles. Trump said he is close to a decision on a military response against Iran. He specifically threatened to target Pickaxe Mountain, an Iranian site linked to the nation's nuclear program. Trump has not yet issued formal orders for the potential operation.

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