On June 19, 2025, Bloomberg reported that senior U.S. officials are preparing for a possible military strike on Iran in the coming days, with some sources indicating a potential weekend attack. The US-Iran strike planning, amid the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict, marks a shift for President Donald Trump, who has historically opposed foreign interventions.
Senior U.S. officials, including leaders from multiple federal agencies, are laying the groundwork for a strike, though plans remain fluid and could change, per Reuters. Speaking outside the White House on June 18, Trump stated, “I may do it. I may not do it. Nobody knows what I’m going to do,” which reflects his indecision. Sources indicate that the U.S. is building infrastructure to support Israel’s campaign against Iran’s nuclear and missile sites.
Senior US officials are preparing for a possible strike on Iran, according to people familiar with the matter: Here is your Evening Briefing. https://t.co/846mKr4x2o
— Bloomberg (@business) June 19, 2025The conflict between Israel and Iran escalated following Israel’s strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities on June 12, which prompted Iranian missile retaliations. Trump’s policy toward Iran has fluctuated between diplomacy and aggression; while recent plans for attacks have been approved, no final order has been issued. Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has warned of “irreparable consequences” if the U.S. intervenes.
The U.S. has strengthened Israel’s defences by deploying THAAD systems and naval assets. However, intelligence reports, including those from Senator Mark Warner, indicate that there is no evidence of Iran developing nuclear weapons, which complicates the justifications for these actions.
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European ministers are planning nuclear talks with Iran in Geneva on June 20 to help de-escalate tensions. A Bloomberg report on Iran highlights the risk of a broader conflict, noting that there have been 585 deaths in Iran due to Israeli strikes.
