India, Jan. 30 -- US President Donald Trump is considering a range of military options against Iran as tensions escalate dramatically in the Middle East. A powerful US naval force, led by the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln, has pushed into the region, giving Washington more options to act if Trump orders strikes.

While the president has publicly said he hopes to avoid war, officials say he has not ruled out targeted military action aimed at Iran's nuclear program, missile capabilities, or leadership.Tehran has responded with strong warnings, saying any attack would trigger a severe and immediate response. Diplomacy has stalled as both sides prepare for the next move, raising concerns about regional instability and the global oil ma...