Trump ignored military and intelligence warnings before Iran strikes, report says

President Donald Trump launched Operation Epic Fury against Iran in February despite warnings from top intelligence officials that military action could backfire, according to a report. The conflict is now in its sixth month, with 18 U.S. service members and 3,000 Iranians dead. The Wall Street Journal reports that then-director of national intelligence and military veteran Tulsi Gabbard was summoned to the Oval Office before the February 28 strikes. Military leaders and Vice President JD Vance raised concerns about casualties and overstretched resources, but Trump proceeded based on plans from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and top commanders. The operation has caused oil prices to spike and drained American military resources. Following the lapse of a 60-day peace negotiation window, the administration is now deploying Operation Economic Outcast sanctions to pressure Iran financially.