Trump says he is not keen on a deal with Iran as U.S. reportedly prepares for 'massive bombing'
The U.S. president and his national security team have discussed possibly resuming large-scale U.S. military operations in the coming weeks, NBC News reported.
The US president and his national security team have discussed resuming large-scale military operations in the coming weeks, according to NBC News. This development has contributed to an increase in oil prices, with Brent rising above $101 a barrel and West Texas Intermediate trading near $89. The potential military action against Iran is reportedly being considered, with the White House asking the Pentagon to draw up strike options, although the size and targets of the potential strikes are still being debated.
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