Intel: Iran unmoved by strikes, narrowing Trump’s options

US intelligence assessments say the current bombing campaign is unlikely to shift Iran’s negotiating posture, leaving President Trump with limited options: escalate with ground forces or target additional sites, or accept a costly stalemate that could keep the Strait of Hormuz volatile. Qatar and other mediators warn diplomacy remains fragile as Iran retaliates against regional targets and as political pressure grows in Washington to define a clearer strategy while avoiding an open-ended war.