Desperate US military asks analysts to brainstorm ways to beat Iran

A desperate US government has asked junior analysts to brainstorm ways to beat Iran. The Trump administration is refusing to accept defeat despite having been locked into a stand off with the country. CNN described what it called a “crowdsourcing” effort in a report this week: “We are looking for new creative and uncon

Donald Trump claimed on Monday that talks were underway with Iran to reach a deal to end the war. However, Tehran denied any such discussions.

A source noted that CENTCOM is looking at everything, acknowledging it needs to reevaluate the strategy.

A senior U.S. Central Command official sent an email last week to colleagues looking for new and creative ideas for how to pressure Iran into capitulating to U.S. demands. “We are looking for new creative and unconventional ways to pressure and punish Iran,” an officer in CENTCOM’s intelligence branch wrote in the emai

Report: U.S. Army Asks Soldiers for 'Unconventional' Ideas to Punish Iran  Haaretz

Military officials described the crowdsourcing-style email as unusual, while a second source said CENTCOM was reviewing its approach and considering a wide range of alternatives.

President Donald Trump speaks to reporters onboard Air Force One while returning to the White House, Sunday, Aug. 2, 2026. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)The US Central Command has asked military analysts for “new creative and unconventional ways to pressure and punish Iran” as Washington considers alternatives to bring Te

The US military reportedly sought "creative and unconventional" ideas to pressure Iran as Trump prepared for renewed talks with Tehran.