U.S. President Donald Trump is weighing a potential military strike against Iran in the coming days, with plans for a larger assault if diplomatic efforts fail, according to the New York Times. The report cites internal administration discussions about targeting Iranian nuclear infrastructure, ballistic missile facilities, and assets linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

Trump has told advisers that a limited initial strike could pressure Iran into abandoning its nuclear weapons capability. Negotiators from Washington and Tehran are scheduled to meet Thursday in Geneva in what officials call a last-ditch effort to avoid military confrontation. The administration is also considering a diplomatic off-ramp that would allow Iran to maintain a highly restricted nuclear enrichment program solely for medical research.

Two U.S. aircraft carrier groups, fighter jets, and bombers have been deployed within striking distance of Iran, signaling heightened military readiness. While no final decisions have been made, Trump has been leaning toward demonstrating military pressure if talks collapse. The White House declined to comment on the president's decision-making, stating that speculation about future actions remains premature.