Trump weighs possible strike on Iran as regional tensions escalate

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The possibility of direct U.S. military action against Iran is the most consequential developing international story because it could rapidly broaden several already active regional confrontations. The reported threat coincides with Houthi claims of attacks on Saudi airports and oil facilities, Saudi interceptions of missiles and drones, and heightened Israeli preparations for possible attacks from Iran or Lebanon. Saudi Arabia has reopened its main international airport after earlier strikes forced its closure, but the continuing exchanges indicate that the security and energy consequences remain unresolved.

Sources: Anadolu Agency, Associated Press, CNN