← All storiesWorldDeveloping story Trump briefed on military and covert options for Iran, sources say
The Trump administration is reportedly considering military and covert options against Iran. The president was briefed on these potential actions, according to sources. Concurrently, the US has imposed a 25% tariff on countries that engage in business dealings with Iran.
In response, Iran's foreign minister has stated that the country is "ready for war." This escalating rhetoric and potential for military action come amid rising tensions between the US and Iran, which have included the recent attacks on oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman.
The article highlights the increasingly tense and uncertain situation, as the US and Iran appear to be on a collision course. However, the details and specifics of the options being considered by the Trump administration remain unclear.
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