In response to a report by the Wall Street Journal claiming he had approved attack plans on Iran, former President Donald Trump has dismissed the allegations, stating that the outlet has no insight into his thoughts on the Israel-Iran conflict. The Journal’s report cited anonymous officials who revealed that Trump had authorized attack plans but was holding off on the final order to assess Iran’s response regarding its nuclear program.

The decision hinges on the efficacy of the Massive Ordnance Penetrator (MOP) in targeting the Fordow uranium enrichment site, a key Israeli objective. While Israel lacks the necessary weaponry, the US possesses the means to carry out the operation. Despite preparations for a potential strike, US officials indicate that the President remains undecided on the necessity of direct involvement at this stage.

Amid escalating tensions, Iran has asserted its stance against negotiating under pressure, emphasizing its resistance to external coercion. As the US military presence in the Middle East intensifies, Trump’s denial of the attack plans reported by the Journal marks a shift in the Make America Great Again coalition’s stance on military engagement with Iran. Notably, voices within the coalition, such as Tucker Carlson and Steve Bannon, have expressed reservations about straying from an “America First” approach.

The evolving dynamics surrounding potential US intervention in the conflict underscore the complexities at play, with diplomatic, military, and political considerations intertwining in a volatile region.