Trump discusses Iran conflict with security team

President Donald Trump met with his national security team in Washington to talk about the growing tension in the Middle East. The meeting, which lasted over an hour, came after Trump publicly called for Iran to give up completely in its conflict with Israel. He posted on social media, demanding Iran’s “unconditional surrender” and even mentioned a possible strike against Iran’s leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

The White House didn’t share details about the meeting right away, leaving many wondering if the U.S. might join Israel’s ongoing attacks on Iran. Before the meeting, Trump spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, according to a White House official. The conflict between Israel and Iran has been intense, with both sides exchanging missile strikes for six days.

Israel’s Defense Minister, Israel Katz, said their military would target key locations in Tehran, urging residents to leave. Meanwhile, Iran’s military chief promised a strong response, telling Israelis to evacuate cities like Tel Aviv and Haifa.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, speaking at a summit, suggested the U.S. might decide soon whether to get involved militarily. He warned that if Iran doesn’t negotiate, its nuclear program could face total destruction. As the situation heats up, Trump’s actions and words are fueling speculation about what the U.S. will do next in this dangerous conflict.