Pentagon Considers Renaming Iran Campaign 'Operation Sledgehammer' if Ceasefire Fails
The US military is reportedly considering renaming its ongoing campaign against Iran to 'Operation Sledgehammer' should the current ceasefire collapse and President Donald Trump order a resumption of active combat operations. According to NBC News, citing US officials, this strategic rebranding aims to distinguish new offensive actions from the previous 'Operation Epic Fury,' which officially concluded after 40 days. By framing renewed strikes as a separate operation, the Trump administration may seek to bypass the 60-day threshold for Congressional approval mandated by the 1973 War Powers Resolution. While Secretary of State Marco Rubio declared the offensive stage over, transitioning to defensive blockade enforcement in the Strait of Hormuz, officials note that US military presence and firepower in the region have significantly increased since February. The potential name change underscores the administration's legal and operational preparations for escalated conflict, although other names are also under consideration. This development highlights the fragile nature of the current truce and the administrative maneuvers being prepared to sustain prolonged military engagement without immediate legislative oversight, amidst continued tensions and naval blockades enforced by US Central Command.
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