Trump teases pivotal Iran decision as Gulf talks loom
Trump told Axios he’s at a major crossroads on whether to restart large-scale attacks on Iran to end the war, seeking input from six Gulf allies at the UN and weighing whether to escalate or pursue diplomacy before or after the midterms. The U.S. has kept a naval blockade and sanctions in place, increased Strait of Hormuz activity, and is aiming for a regional containment strategy if the war ends, with plans evolving ahead of a broader post-war approach.
