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Trump weighing options for expanding military operations in Iran
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 15, 2026
· 3 min read
By Kevin Liptak, CNN
(CNN) — President Donald Trump has been receiving options for expanding the military operation in Iran, according to two people familiar with the matter, including during a Situation Room meeting on Tuesday that centered on ways to intensify efforts to loosen Iran’s grip on...
Key takeaway Trump has publicly said he intends to strike Iran harder over the coming week, including threats on civilian infrastructure and potentially energy targets.
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Paso 's proximity to Fort Bliss, a major US Army base, means that any escalation of military operations in Iran could have a direct impact on the local community. The base is home to the 1st Armored Division, which has been deployed to the Middle East in the past. If President Trump decides to expand military operations in Iran, it's possible that troops from Fort Bliss could be deployed, affecting local families and the economy. The city's history of supporting its military personnel and their families would be put to the test once again. Additionally, the potential for increased tensions in the region could also affect the local economy, particularly in the transportation and trade sectors, which are crucial to El Paso's border economy. As the situation unfolds, El Pasoans will be watching closely to see how the city's military presence and economy may be impacted.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 3 min
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(CNN) — President Donald Trump has been receiving options for expanding the military operation in Iran, according to two people familiar with the matter, including during a Situation Room meeting on Tuesday that centered on ways to intensify efforts to loosen Iran’s grip on...
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