The Pentagon has formulated comprehensive strategies for the potential deployment of United States ground troops into Iran, according to various sources informed on the matter who spoke with CBS News. High-level military commanders have reportedly put forward specific requests to ensure readiness as US President Donald Trump considers further actions within the ongoing conflict involving the United States and Israel. The deliberations have been held under anonymity as those involved were not permitted to discuss the sensitive planning publicly. She added that such preparations do not indicate a final decision, noting that "as the President said in theOval Office yesterday, he is not planning to send ground troops anywhere at this time." The United States is currently readying components of the 82nd Airborne Division for possible deployment to the region.

Source: dna March 22, 2026 04:43 UTC