# US forces ready for possible major operations against Iran within 96 hours of Trump order, officials say

https://mins.news/en/item/115445

- CNN, 2026-10-26 08:01 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.cnn.com/2026/10/26/politics/us-iran-strike-plans-trump?Date=20261026&Profile=CNN%2CCNN+International

> Two US officials say American forces in the Middle East are prepared to begin new, potentially major military operations against Iran within 96 hours after receiving an order from President Donald Trump.

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