American military leaders are contemplating a large-scale special forces operation aimed at disrupting Iran’s nuclear program. The operation would involve a significant number of assault troops, including Delta Force specialists, conducting a helicopter-borne insertion that could span over 24 hours.
The objective of the operation is to secure approximately 450kg of 60% enriched uranium believed to be concealed beneath a nuclear facility in Tehran. While the uranium falls short of the 90% enrichment required for weapon-grade material, concerns linger among US intelligence experts regarding Iran’s potential future use of it.
According to two British military sources, a high-risk operation plan has been devised, characterized by uncertainties about the exact location of the uranium and the likelihood of casualties. The elite Delta Force soldiers would lead the charge into the complex, paving the way for specialist engineers to penetrate the underground facility.
The intricate mission would entail the coordination of spy planes and fighter jets to safeguard the mission’s approach. Ground troops would establish a perimeter to fend off potential attacks from the IRGC. The operation’s blueprint traces back to the Joint Special Operations Command, established in 1980 following the failed Operation Eagle Claw.
Recent movements of US forces towards the Gulf suggest a heightened state of readiness beyond the Strait of Hormuz. The operational strategy includes deploying paratroopers via specialized aircraft and conducting diversions and air raids to sow confusion among the IRGC ranks.
The final decision rests with President Donald Trump, who has been presented with options by the US military, prioritizing the uranium seizure. Notably, the planning involves the deployment of a significant number of Delta Force operatives, signaling a potentially unprecedented Special Forces operation.
The deployment of uniquely adapted aircraft from RAF Mildenhall hints at a covert operation in progress. Reports indicate the dispatch of elite US paratroopers to the Middle East, possibly to target Kharg Island, a crucial Iranian oil hub.
Despite Trump’s claims of ongoing peace negotiations, the arrival of additional marines in the Gulf raises speculation about securing Kharg Island. Iran’s foreign ministry has vehemently denied these claims. The impending marine expedition, equipped with advanced military assets, underscores the escalating tensions in the region.
Sources suggest that simultaneous operations targeting Kharg Island and the undisclosed nuclear facility remain a possibility.
