President Donald Trump convened a Situation Room meeting last night to discuss plans for a new wave of strikes against Iran broader than the current bombings in the Strait of Hormuz, according to three sources cited by Barak Ravid (N12). The meeting included Vice President Vance, Secretary of State Rubio, Defense Secretary Hegseth, Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Caine, CIA Director Ratcliffe, and envoy Witkoff.
The Zioneer reported earlier at 07:01 that Trump convened the meeting. This follow-up report from Barak Ravid (N12) adds that the discussion was based on three sources familiar with the details. The meeting focused on broader strike plans beyond the current US operations in the Strait of Hormuz area. Senior national security officials including Vice President Vance, Secretary Rubio, Secretary Hegseth, General Caine, Director Ratcliffe, and envoy Witkoff attended. The White House Situation Room meeting signals intensifying planning for a wider campaign against Iran.
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