US REPORTEDLY WEIGHS DROPPING MOTHER OF ALL BOMB ON IRAN

What happened: CNN reported the U.S. is weighing use of the GBU-43/B MOAB, its largest non-nuclear bomb, against Iranian energy infrastructure and nuclear sites if President Donald Trump revives the war. Key numbers: The MOAB was dropped in Afghanistan in 2017, killing more than 90 terrorists. Why it matters: Officials doubt the bomb can destroy suspected underground nuclear sites, saying it is not a deep penetration warhead. Concerns exist about civilian casualties. Washington has recently dialed back military operations for economic pressure. Coverage: 3 outlets in 24h

CNN reported the U.S. is weighing use of the GBU-43/B MOAB, its largest non-nuclear bomb, against Iranian energy infrastructure and nuclear sites if President Donald Trump revives the war.

Officials doubt the bomb can destroy suspected underground nuclear sites, saying it is not a deep penetration warhead. Concerns exist about civilian casualties. Washington has recently dialed back military operations for economic pressure.