US President Donald Trump has been recently briefed on a range of potential military strike options against Iran, The New York Times reported on Jan 11, 2026. According to multiple US officials, no final decision has been made, but Trump is seriously considering authorizing force, including possible strikes on nonmilitary targets in Tehran. 🤔
This weekend, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke by phone with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. They discussed the Iran situation alongside the latest developments in Gaza and Syria, according to Axios reporter Barak Ravid on X. 🇺🇸📞🇮🇱
Meanwhile, Israel's Defense Forces Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir held several security assessment meetings between January 9 and 10. Israeli security officials say there's currently "no intention of launching an attack" on Iran, but they've ramped up defensive readiness to prepare for any contingency.
On the ground in Iran, protests that began on December 28, 2025 over rising prices and a weakening currency have continued to challenge authorities. Demonstrations across multiple cities have led to clashes and casualties. However, China Media Group's correspondent in Tehran reported that on Saturday night, the capital was largely calm, with around 370 people peacefully dispersed when they attempted to gather. ✌️
With regional tensions on the rise and domestic unrest in Tehran, the coming days could prove critical. Will diplomacy prevail, or could we see a shift toward military action? Stay tuned as the story unfolds. 🌍
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Trump briefed on military strike options against Iran: U.S. officials
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