Citing senior US government and military officials, the report indicates that President Donald Trump has instructed the Department of Defense and US Central Command (CENTCOM) to draft operational options and target selections. Proponents within the administration argue that a limited pre-election operation could demonstrate military decisive action while mitigating long-term volatility in global fuel prices. Plans drafted by the Pentagon reportedly range from limited tactical strikes targeting energy infrastructure and nuclear research facilities to broader post-election contingencies, with joint participation by Israeli defense forces anticipated should operations move forward. However, key White House advisors remain divided over the timing, cautioning that escalating regional hostilities or US casualties prior to election day could heavily sway voter sentiment.