Trump Briefed by CENTCOM on Potential 'Final Blow' Strike Options Against Iran

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Trump Briefed by CENTCOM on Potential 'Final Blow' Strike Options Against Iran
  • 01 May, 10:49
  • Iran

The commander of US Central Command (CENTCOM) presented President Donald Trump with possible options for a "final blow" strike against Iran.

Admiral Brad Cooper reportedly presented the options during a briefing with Trump in the Situation Room, outlining what was described as a “short and powerful wave of strikes” in the event the president decides to resume combat operations, The Caspian Post reports, citing foreign media.

According to the report, the assessed targets include Iran’s “remaining military assets, leadership and infrastructure.”

The broadcaster also said the Pentagon is considering the deployment of advanced weapons systems, including a new hypersonic missile known as “Dark Eagle.”

Fox News reported that the system is capable of striking targets up to 2,000 miles (3,218 kilometers) away and could be used against remaining ballistic missile launchers.

The report added that B-1B Lancer bombers, which can be armed with up to 5,000 pounds of hypersonic weapons, have been increasing their presence in the region and are capable of carrying “big payloads.”

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