Pentagon considering renaming Iran war ‘Sledgehammer’ if ceasefire collapses
🔴 Tension RisingNBC News2026-05-12
The U.S. is considering renaming the war with Iran, and there's a possibility of resuming major combat operations if the ceasefire collapses. President Trump remains skeptical of diplomatic talks and is considering a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz to secure a negotiation point. This is linked to congressional authorization requirements under the War Powers Resolution.