US military preparing for a protracted and sustained, weeks-long military campaign against Iran

U.S. military planners are actively developing contingencies for a protracted, weeks-long campaign against Iran in the event Trump orders strikes.

Two anonymous U.S. officials disclosed the Pentagon is preparing for sustained operations far more extensive than prior actions.

Planning assumes ongoing back-and-forth strikes and reprisals after initial attacks.

In a prolonged conflict, U.S. forces could target Iranian state and security facilities beyond nuclear sites alone.

Officials fully expect Iran to retaliate against American bases across the Middle East, including those in Jordan, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates, and Turkey.

Iranian Revolutionary Guards have warned of direct strikes on any U.S. military installation if Iranian territory is hit.

Risks to U.S. personnel would escalate dramatically due to Iran’s missile arsenal and potential for regional escalation.

Trump stated Friday: "Sometimes you have to have fear. That's the only thing that really will get the situation taken care of."

He warned Thursday the alternative to diplomacy would "be very traumatic, very traumatic."

White House spokesperson Anna Kelly confirmed: "President Trump has all options on the table with regard to Iran."

Netanyahu met Trump Wednesday in Washington to discuss vital Israeli requirements for any Iran agreement.