The United States is considering involving several thousand troops in an operation at Iran’s nuclear facilities, Report informs, citing the New York Post.
According to the newspaper, citing sources, US special forces are ready to launch an operation to seize enriched uranium stockpiles at Iran’s fortified nuclear facilities if the relevant order is given. Sources described the possible operation as “the most complex military operation in history.”
The newspaper said thousands of troops could be involved in a ground operation. Their task would be to attack and take control of nuclear facilities, while a small group of special forces would focus on seizing the enriched uranium.
In mid-July, The Wall Street Journal wrote that US President Donald Trump was leaning toward expanding the military campaign against Iran after a series of meetings with his key advisers.
The options under consideration reportedly include intensifying airstrikes on Iranian territory, sending ground forces to seize islands near the Strait of Hormuz, and striking the country’s energy infrastructure.