US President Donald Trump is considering the possibility of expanding the military operation against Iran, and additional forces and weapons are already being deployed to the region. This was reported by The Wall Street Journal (WSJ), citing sources.

“According to sources familiar with the situation, the US is sending troops, medical personnel, and weapons to the Middle East to provide President Trump with stronger military options as he considers the possibility of expanding the conflict with Iran,” the publication says.

As noted, over the past week, US special operations forces have been deployed to the Middle East region. Fighter squadrons have also been stationed at US bases across the region.