Overview
- Trump said Iran’s leaders “called to negotiate” and signaled he might act before any meeting.
- Multiple outlets report he will receive a formal briefing Tuesday on options spanning limited strikes on security forces, cyber operations, added sanctions, and expanded internet access.
- Senior U.S. commanders have advised postponing any kinetic action until forces consolidate and strengthen defenses.
- Iran’s parliament speaker warned that U.S. bases and Israel would be treated as legitimate targets if Washington attacks.
- Rights groups report more than 500 people killed and over 10,000 detained as a nationwide internet blackout hampers independent verification.