US military told to prepare for possible new strikes on Iran: report

Washington, Oct 8 (UNI) The Pentagon has told US Central Command to finish preparations for a possible resumption of major combat operations against Iran, though President Donald Trump has not made a final decision, Axios reported on Thursday, citing US officials. The directive was issued several days ago and does not set a date for any strikes, the report said. "The Department's job is to develop and present military options to the President," Axios reported citing a Pentagon official. A White House official said Trump has all options available to him at any time. "The US is in a very…