The US military has developed strike plans against Iran that include the GBU-43/B MOAB, multiple US officials said. The bomb is the largest non-nuclear weapon in the US arsenal.
Why it matters: Trump faces pressure to end a war both outlets describe as deeply unpopular. Republicans expect possible voter backlash in the midterms.
Where they split: Both outlets rely on CNN's sourcing; the Daily Mail emphasizes the bomb's power and Trump's dilemma, while CNN emphasizes doubts about its effectiveness and the lack of a strategy.
Left coverage, 7 sources: The left sees a militarily doubtful escalation driven by political pressure, with officials questioning whether the White House has a strategy.
Right coverage, 12 sources: The right sees a president weighing a powerful show of force to end an unpopular war without appearing to back down.
What’s next: One source said strikes could precede a US withdrawal from the region. That could let the administration declare victory and leave.
