Trump Meets Advisers as He Considers Major Escalation in Iran

President Donald Trump convened his top advisers for a strategic session. The meeting focused on the ongoing conflict involving Iran and Israel. Trump has repeatedly described the war as a short “excursion.” The hostilities have now persisted for nearly five months. No clear endpoint to the fighting has emerged. Officials weighed options for a major escalation against Iran. The discussion reflects the administration’s assessment of the situation. Observers note the potential impact of any further U.S. action in the region.