Biden weighs military options if Iran fails to comply with nuclear deal

US president set to learn more about military plans in meeting with top security officials

President Joe Biden is being presented with military options to deal with Iran if Tehran fails to comply with the 2015 nuclear deal, according to a report in The New York Times.

Intelligence shows Iran preparing to enrich uranium to levels that could make a nuclear bomb

The newspaper cited unnamed officials as saying that US intelligence agencies have concluded that Iran is preparing to enrich uranium to levels that could be used to make a nuclear bomb.

This is a violation of the 2015 deal, which limits Iran's uranium enrichment to 3.67 percent.

White House refuses comment on military option

The White House declined to comment on the report, but a senior administration official said that "all options are on the table" if Iran fails to comply with the nuclear deal.

The official added that the Biden administration is "committed to diplomacy" but is also "prepared to use all necessary measures to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon."

US and allies divided over Iran

The Biden administration is facing pressure from some allies, including Israel, to take a tough line on Iran.

Israel has long argued that Iran is a threat to its security and that the 2015 nuclear deal does not go far enough to prevent Iran from developing a nuclear weapon.

However, other US allies, including France and Germany, believe that the 2015 deal is the best way to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon.

Biden's decision on Iran nuclear deal could set tone

Biden's decision on whether to take military action against Iran will be a major test of his foreign policy.

If he decides to use force, it could escalate tensions in the Middle East and lead to a wider conflict.

However, if he decides not to use force, it could be seen as a sign of weakness and embolden Iran to continue its nuclear program.

Biden to meet with top security officials

Biden is scheduled to meet with his top security officials on Wednesday to discuss the Iran nuclear deal.

The meeting is expected to focus on the military options that are available to the United States if Iran fails to comply with the deal.