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US-Iran tensions: US develops plans for MOAB strikes

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By late October 2026, US-Iran tensions have escalated through military planning and intensified economic warfare. The U.S. military is developing contingency plans to deploy the GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast (MOAB) against Iranian strategic targets, including the fortified Pickaxe Mountain bunker near Natanz and energy infrastructure. While President Trump has asserted, “We will most likely hit that area very soon. Moreover, there is nothing they can do against it,” he has explicitly ruled out nuclear weapons, stating, “I wouldn't use nuclear weapons. We don't have to.” He clarified that the MOAB is “not an atomic bomb,” but “just a very large bomb.” In response to these threats, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced it is preparing to unveil a new 10-ton weapon dubbed the “Father of All Bombs.” This weapon, reportedly weighing 200 kg more than the American MOAB, is designed for deployment from heavy transport aircraft. Iranian officials also noted that their missile stockpile has increased by 1.5 times following a 2025 conflict with Israel. Economic fallout ~~has become severe. The~~ remains severe, with the closure of the Strait of Hormuz ~~has contributed~~ contributing to a global surcost of $468 billion for gasoline and diesel. In the U.S., the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA) reports that fuel costs have increased by $471 per person since March. Following a briefing from US Central Command (CENTCOM) commander Admiral Brad Cooper, fuel. While President Trump ~~met with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Dan Caine to review military scenarios. While no final decision~~ has ~~been made, Trump expressed a desire for guarantees that Iran~~ indicated he will ~~never acquire nuclear weapons, stating in a radio interview that the conflict would “get wrapped up soon.” In preparation for a possible “short and intense” military campaign following~~ not launch strikes before the November 3 midterm elections, the U.S. is reinforcing missile defenses by moving Patriot systems from Texas and replenishing ammunition. US transport aircraft have been observed landing at Israeli airbases, and an additional aircraft carrier strike group and marine expeditionary unit are expected elections to ~~join the existing fleet of approximately 20 warships~~ avoid impacting fuel prices, he has not ruled out future operations. Amidst military positioning, a Qatari delegation arrived in ~~the Middle East next month.~~ Tehran to facilitate peace negotiations following a letter from Vice President JD Vance, though some Iranian officials have reportedly rejected peace proposals.

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