Trump weighs possible strike on Iran amid escalating regional tensions

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The reported U.S. deliberations come as tensions involving Iran, Israel, Saudi Arabia and Yemen intensify. Houthi forces claimed attacks on King Khalid International Airport, Saudi Aramco facilities, an oil refinery and sections of the kingdom’s oil pipeline network, though those claims were not independently verified in the available coverage. Israel has also reportedly raised its alert level ahead of parliamentary elections, citing possible missile launches from Iran or Lebanon. The combination of threatened U.S. action, alleged attacks on critical energy infrastructure and heightened Israeli readiness makes the Iran-related crisis the most consequential developing international story in the available reporting.

Sources: Anadolu Agency, BBC News