Pakistan, Oct. 8 -- The US military has been ordered to prepare for possible renewed large-scale operations against Iran. The directive has raised concerns about a potential return to major fighting. President Donald Trump has not decided whether the United States will resume combat.

The Pentagon instructed US Central Command to complete preparations, Axios journalist Barak Ravid reported. Ravid cited senior American officials familiar with the directive. However, the order does not set a specific date for any military action.

According to Ravid's report for Israeli broadcaster N12, preparations began several days ago. The report said Trump still has the final authority over whether fighting resumes. No launch date has been announced by...