Trump Meets Security Team to Weigh New Strikes on Iran

President Donald Trump met with his national security team Thursday to weigh renewed military strikes on Iran, Fox News reported, citing senior officials. The White House held talks on Wednesday and Thursday, with the November 9 new moon cited as favorable for operations. Officials noted the new moon would leave the Middle East with little or no moonlight, aiding military action. Trump told reporters the US would "make a decision" on further strikes to prevent Iran from reviving its nuclear program, adding, "I would rather not destroy the rest of the country if possible, but maybe I will have to." Separately, a US official said Central Command was finalizing preparations for a possible resumption of major operations in Iran, though it had not yet received a new directive from Washington.