US President Donald Trump said he is seriously considering a massive military attack on Iran, potentially with Israel’s participation, as the US continues its 12-day campaign against Iranian targets and deploys additional forces to the Middle East. Israel has reportedly been informed of plans to expand the attacks, possibly including heavy bomber strikes, while the US Congress has failed to restrict Trump’s war powers. Tensions have also escalated in the Red Sea after the Houthis attacked Saudi oil tankers and threatened vessels trading with Saudi Arabia, prompting Trump to warn that the US would hold Iran responsible. Analysts fear simultaneous disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb could create a two-front conflict for the US, disrupt global energy supplies and trade, and sharply increase oil prices, while regional allies remain divided over further escalation.
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