U.S. Prepares "Final Blow” On Iran & Russia’s Satellite Scramble

March 27, 2026

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The President's Daily Brief covers escalating US options in the Iran conflict, Tehran's moves to monetize control of the Strait of Hormuz, Russia's efforts to build a Starlink rival amid Ukraine setbacks, and Pentagon steps to address munitions shortages from multiple wars.

Pentagon Options for Decisive Action Against Iran

Pentagon officials are preparing plans described as a potential "final blow" to end the US-Iran war, including a sweeping air campaign against military targets, blockades or seizures of key islands like Karg Island to cut Iran's oil exports, interception of crude vessels, or ground operations to secure enriched uranium in fortified nuclear sites. A massive bombing alternative targets those facilities from afar, though effectiveness is uncertain. No options are approved; the White House calls ground force ideas hypothetical. The US is deploying marine units, fighters, and 82nd Airborne elements to build leverage for diplomacy or rapid escalation. Risks include prolonging the fight, as Iran could respond to infrastructure strikes or territorial moves, endangering US and allied personnel.

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1 (01:46) **Pentagon Prepares "Final Blow" Options Against Iran**
2 (09:10) **Iran Charges Tolls for Strait of Hormuz Passage**
3 (12:37) **Russia Cut Off from Starlink, Builds RASVET Network**
4 (20:03) **Pentagon Ramps Munitions Production Amid Stockpile Strain**

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Show Notes

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:

First up—new reporting reveals the Pentagon is preparing options for what officials describe as a potential “final blow” against Iran, including a massive bombing campaign and even the possibility of U.S. ground forces.

Later in the show—Iran may be monetizing the chaos in the Strait of Hormuz, as Tehran moves to charge ships for safe passage through the world’s most critical oil chokepoint.

Plus—Russia is working to overcome a major battlefield weakness, accelerating plans for its own satellite network after being cut off from Starlink.

And in today’s Back of the Brief—the Pentagon ramps up munitions production, striking deals with major defense firms as the U.S. shifts toward a wartime footing.

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