US WEIGHS FRESH STRIKES ON IRAN ; TEHRAN WARNS OF FATHER OF ALL BOMB : REPORTS

What happened: The New York Times reports the US and Israeli militaries have plans for a short, intensive operation targeting Iran's energy infrastructure, nuclear facilities, and missile and drone arsenal, with US War Secretary Pete Hegseth meeting Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu this week. Key numbers: US force expected fully in Why it matters: Some US officials believe strikes could push Iran's economy to the brink and force diplomatic concessions, while Iran warns of retaliation and says any war would not be quick or limited. It remains uncertain whether Trump will approve fresh strikes.

The New York Times reports the US and Israeli militaries have plans for a short, intensive operation targeting Iran's energy infrastructure, nuclear facilities, and missile and drone arsenal, with US War Secretary Pete Hegseth meeting Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu this week.

Some US officials believe strikes could push Iran's economy to the brink and force diplomatic concessions, while Iran warns of retaliation and says any war would not be quick or limited. It remains uncertain whether Trump will approve fresh strikes.