The Pentagon is preparing for ground operations in Iran for several weeks, planning to deploy special forces + conventional infantry raids, considering the capture of Khark Island and the destruction of Strait weapons.

However, Trump has not yet made a firm decision to launch ground warfare and remains in a state of preparation and observation. However, if airstrikes are ineffective and diplomatic negotiations break down, he may resort to a desperate ground assault; the risk of escalation in US-Iran relations is extremely high. Once ground warfare begins, the war is likely to prolong, and regional and global risks will surge dramatically.