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Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Report: US military considering switching name of Iran war to ‘Operation Sledgehammer’ if ceasefire collapses
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The US military is considering switching the name of the conflict with Iran to “Operation Sledgehammer” if the ceasefire fully collapses and President Donald Trump orders a return to fighting, NBC reports.
Two US officials tell the outlet that the Pentagon is considering renaming “Operation Epic Fury.”
The broadcaster says that the name change could allow Trump to argue that there is a reset on the 60-day clock that would require US Congress to authorize a war.
NBC says that the Trump administration declared an end to Operation Epic Fury with the implementation of the ceasefire, but notes that the Pentagon has continued to use the name.
US officials tell the outlet that other names are also under consideration and that the discussions are a sign that Trump is seriously weighing a return to hostilities.
The Times of Israel Community.