Trump warns of a 'worst-case' Iran scenario as Iran conflict widens

Amid widening U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran, President Trump warned of a potential 'worst-case' leadership scenario in Iran and said the action aimed to deter an attack on the United States. Oil prices jumped as tensions threaten the Strait of Hormuz, and several U.S. embassies in the Middle East were closed with hundreds of Americans evacuated or sheltered. Spain rejected using its bases for attacks, while the UK granted access to Diego Garcia and RAF Fairford after an initial delay. Lawmakers prepared briefings as the administration emphasizes it can sustain operations with ample munitions, even as markets react to the escalating conflict.