Trump Shifts Strategy to Focus on Iran’s Missile and Nuclear Sites

President Donald Trump has decided to prioritize potential strikes on Iran’s ballistic missile program and nuclear facilities, according to reports in Hebrew media, marking a strategic shift away from broader military action aimed at toppling Tehran’s leadership.
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‎The decision follows internal assessments suggesting that widespread strikes against Iranian political and military leaders would be unlikely to trigger the collapse of the Islamic Republic. Instead, the focus is now on limiting Iran’s long-range strike capabilities and slowing its nuclear progress.
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‎Sources familiar with the discussions say U.S. planners believe targeted action against missile infrastructure and sensitive nuclear sites would have a more tangible impact on regional security, while avoiding the risks of a prolonged conflict aimed at regime change.
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‎Allies Urge Caution Amid Rising Tensions
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‎Recent developments show growing unease among U.S. allies. Arab and European officials have reportedly warned Washington that even precision strikes could provoke retaliation across the Middle East, including attacks on U.S. bases and shipping lanes. Diplomatic efforts to de-escalate have continued quietly, but talks remain stalled.
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‎Iran, for its part, has reiterated that any attack on its nuclear or military facilities would be met with a strong response, raising fears of rapid escalation at a time when regional tensions are already high.
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‎As Washington weighs its next move, the shift in strategy underscores a narrower but still high-stakes approach to confronting Iran, one that could reshape security dynamics across the region in the coming weeks.