Trump Security Cabinet Discusses Iran War, Saudi-Houthi Conflict
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- Trump's security cabinet met secretly to discuss Iran and Yemen conflicts.
- The meeting's last occurrence preceded Israel's war with Iran.
- Trump is considering resuming extensive combat against Iran.
- He is also evaluating joining a Saudi offensive against Yemen's Houthis.
- Trump suggested Iran's situation is dire and a decision is imminent.
President Trump's national security cabinet convened secretly for hours at Camp David on Friday to discuss potential next steps regarding the war with Iran and the conflict between Saudi Arabia and the Houthis in Yemen. This highly unusual meeting was not publicly announced by the Trump administration. The last comparable meeting occurred in June 2025, shortly before Israel launched a war against Iran.
Vice President Vance led the session, which included Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bassant, White House Envoy Steve Witkoff, CIA Director John Ratcliffe, and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Kaine. According to three senior American officials, "Decisions were made, or at least very deep discussions were held to provide recommendations to the President" concerning the Middle East crisis. The White House declined to comment.
Amidst stalled negotiations, President Trump is reportedly considering resuming extensive combat operations against Iran. "Now I have to make a decision: either Iran will sign the agreement, or it will no longer exist," Trump stated on Thursday. Concurrently, Trump is evaluating whether to join a planned Saudi offensive against the Houthis in Yemen, with the Saudis urging him to conduct airstrikes. While Trump has shown reluctance, senior U.S. officials suggest he might change his mind.
When questioned by reporters on Friday afternoon before departing for Alabama, Trump commented on his next move regarding Iran, stating, "If I told you, you'd have a big story. But you'll see. It's progressing very well. Iran's situation is not good."
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