Washington prepares possible new strikes against Iran
PUBLISHED May 23, 2026, 1:36 AM ET
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The U.S. administration was preparing on Friday for potential new military strikes against Iran, according to sources familiar with internal planning, though no final decision had been made by late afternoon. President Donald Trump canceled plans to attend his son’s weekend wedding and to spend Memorial Day at his New Jersey golf property, returning instead to the White House. U.S. military and intelligence personnel adjusted Memorial Day leave, updating recall rosters as forces rotate out of the Middle East. A temporary ceasefire since early April has enabled indirect talks, while Iran reviews a U.S. proposal described as a final offer. Tehran has warned any renewed strikes could broaden the conflict.
By James Porter | JQJO News
Timeline of Events
- Early April Temporary ceasefire between United States, Iran
- Wednesday U.S. transmits latest proposal to Tehran
- Wednesday IRGC warns of wider regional conflict
- Friday Trump cancels Memorial Day golf trip
- Friday Trump skips son’s wedding for duties
- Friday Military, intelligence staff cancel weekend plans
- Friday U.S. updates overseas recall rosters
- Within days Tehran expected to answer proposal
News Intelligence
- Potential new strikes against Iran could affect your safety. It could lead to a wider conflict in the Middle East. This might disrupt oil supplies, raising gas prices. Keep an eye on the news. Check your gas budget.
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