US Weighs Direct Involvement in Israel-Iran Conflict: Key Developments

As the sun rises over Tehran, marking the sixth consecutive day of Israeli airstrikes on Iran, significant new developments are emerging—most notably, the possibility of direct U.S. military involvement.

Here’s a comprehensive recap of the key events overnight:

• White House Considers Military Action: U.S. President Donald Trump convened a high-level national security meeting on Tuesday, lasting nearly 90 minutes, to discuss potential military options in support of Israel. Sources indicate the administration is actively weighing whether to join the Israeli offensive against Iran.
• Fordo Nuclear Facility in Focus: One potential U.S. target is Iran’s heavily fortified Fordo nuclear site. According to defense analysts, only the U.S. possesses a bomb capable of penetrating the deeply buried facility—a 30,000-pound GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrator.
• Internal Division in Washington: Trump's advisers remain split on the strategic implications of direct involvement. Experts warn that such a move would significantly escalate the conflict and reshape the geopolitical landscape in the region.
• U.S. Military Movements: In a signal of potential readiness, at least 30 U.S. aerial refueling aircraft—critical for long-range bombing operations—have been deployed to Europe over the past three days.
• Iran's Retaliation Continues: Tehran responded overnight by launching a Fattah-1 hypersonic missile toward Tel Aviv. While Israel reported no casualties, the attack underscores Iran’s continued offensive capabilities.

As diplomatic tensions rise and military activity intensifies, all eyes are now on Washington and its next move. Stay with us for live updates and expert analysis throughout the day.