White House directs Pentagon to prepare options for strikes on Iran: Reports

Washington, Oct 8 (Sputnik/UNI) The White House has directed the US Department of War to prepare options for strikes on Iran ahead of the midterm congressional elections, The Atlantic reported on Wednesday, citing two administration officials. On Tuesday, Trump said that the United Stated had to conclude the conflict with Iran "the nice way or the not nice way." US Central Command (CENTCOM) is developing the plans, the report read, adding that the discussions on the scope and objectives of potential strikes are still ongoing. The move reportedly demonstrates Trump's desire to lower gasoline prices and achieve progress in the…