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Scenario: US Strike on Iran - Weapons and Potential Targets

Published January 15, 2026, 06:13
Scenario: US Strike on Iran - Weapons and Potential Targets

An analysis of a potential US military strike on Iran in June 2025, which could precede a larger conflict, is presented. The scenario examines a limited-scope operation targeting Iranian nuclear facilities, but also a more extensive strike aimed at security infrastructure and economic hubs within Iranian cities. The latter option carries a greater risk of collateral damage and escalation. The weapon systems that could be used include Tomahawk cruise missiles, JASSM, unmanned aerial vehicles, and long-range bombers. The absence of aircraft carriers in the region will limit the flexibility of US forces. The operation, if carried out, would be designed as a short raid with specific targets, not as a campaign.