President Trump reviews military options for Iran as diplomatic efforts continue
On April 30, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump is scheduled to receive briefings from Admiral Brad Cooper on updated military plans concerning Iran. These plans reportedly include a series of precise strikes on critical infrastructure and a potential naval blockade to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. While military options are being evaluated to break the diplomatic deadlock, President Trump has emphasized a preference for a long-term naval blockade over immediate air strikes. A conflict between U.S.-led forces and Iran has been ongoing since February 28, following a ceasefire declared on April 8 after 40 days of hostilities. Meanwhile, Trump held a phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss the Iran nuclear program and a potential ceasefire in Ukraine. Putin cautioned against further military action by the U.S. and Israel, warning of severe international consequences. Separately, Russia has proposed moving Iran's enriched uranium to Moscow, a suggestion that President Trump has not yet accepted, preferring Iran to cooperate directly with the U.S.