The United States military has reportedly prepared new plans that could involve using its most powerful non-nuclear bomb against Iran if President Donald Trump orders fresh military attacks.
According to CNN, which cited several US officials familiar with the plans, the proposed options include targeting Iranian energy infrastructure and nuclear-related facilities, including sites located deep underground.
The weapon under consideration is the GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast (MOAB), commonly known as the “Mother of All Bombs.” It is the largest conventional bomb in the US military's arsenal.
The possible deployment of the massive weapon could mark a major escalation in the conflict between Washington and Tehran. However, some officials involved in the planning have reportedly questioned whether using the bomb would achieve the United States' wider military and strategic objectives.
The reported plans come as the Trump administration considers its next steps regarding Iran. Potential targets include key energy facilities and nuclear-related sites, although the details of any future military operation remain uncertain.
The Pentagon has said the US military prepares for different operational scenarios to ensure it can carry out orders from the president and senior national security officials.
For now, the MOAB remains one of the options reportedly included in military planning. President Trump has not publicly ordered its use, and there is no confirmation that an attack involving the weapon has been approved.
The situation remains uncertain as Washington weighs its options and the possibility of renewed military action against Iran.
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