Trump discusses possible resumption of military action against Iran with national security team

US President Donald Trump held a meeting with his national security team, during which the possibility of resuming military operations against Iran was discussed. Senior officials told Fox News.

Context of the meeting and discussion of scenarios

According to sources, the meeting took place on Thursday, 5 November, at the White House. During the conversation, participants discussed the resumption of hostilities. Particular attention was paid to astronomical conditions: a new moon will occur on 9 November, creating minimal visibility or complete darkness. According to insiders, such conditions are considered favourable for conducting military operations.

Statements by the US President

Earlier that same day in the Oval Office, Donald Trump told journalists that Washington would “make a decision” on resuming the war. He emphasised that the goal is to ensure the cessation of Iran’s nuclear programme and prevent its recurrence in the future.

“Do we want to go further and strike to ensure the cessation of Iran’s nuclear programme and make its recurrence impossible in the future? If possible, I would prefer not to destroy the rest of the country, but perhaps I will have to do so. You will soon understand everything,” he added.

Iraq’s position and Pentagon preparations

During a phone call with Trump on Thursday, Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Falah al-Zaidi emphasised that Iraqi territory must not be used to launch strikes on neighbouring countries.

Earlier, US officials reported that US Central Command is completing preparations for a possible resumption of large-scale operations in Iran, but has not yet received new instructions from Washington.