The U.S. and potential coalition countries are still discussing whether those operations would begin before or after the war ends. The White House declined to comment on the expected announcement, which could shift depending on battlefield conditions. This pressure for the White House to announce such a coalition underscores the dilemma facing the administration. Last week, the president asserted the U.S. had won the war to stop Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon. But not everyone in the White House supports this approach.

Source: Wall Street Journal March 16, 2026 13:02 UTC