Washington, March 30: Iran has issued a stern warning that it will retaliate if the United States conducts a ground attack. This warning comes as President Donald Trump considers a risky military operation aimed at seizing uranium from Tehran, while regional powers are urging dialogue to prevent conflict.
The situation is showing signs of further deterioration. According to the New York Times, the U.S. 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit has already arrived in the Middle East. Additionally, the U.S. military is preparing options for deploying ground troops, which could last several days or longer.
At the center of this issue is a plan to extract approximately 1,000 pounds of uranium from Iran. U.S. officials have stated that this task is highly complex and dangerous. They informed the Wall Street Journal, “Trump has not yet decided whether to give the order. He is weighing how to balance the safety of American troops with preventing Iran from developing nuclear weapons.”
If this operation is approved, it may involve special forces tasked with securing nuclear sites amid missile and drone threats from Iran, as well as removing radioactive materials from the battlefield. Experts suggest that this will not be a small or quick operation.
Simultaneously, the Pentagon is preparing for a large ground campaign that could last several weeks. Any such action would expose American troops to various threats, including drones, missiles, and explosives.
U.S. officials are also considering sending additional troops. Reports indicate that the Pentagon plans to deploy 10,000 more ground soldiers to enhance operational flexibility.
While military preparations are ramping up, diplomatic efforts continue. Pakistan has hosted discussions with foreign ministers from Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Egypt, aiming to prevent conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
However, neither the U.S. nor Iran has participated in these talks yet. Currently, there are no signs of a swift resolution.
The escalating tensions have caused oil prices to surge above $100 per barrel, particularly due to concerns over supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz in the global market.
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