Trump: Faced with Iran policy choices, seeking balance between military, sanctions, and withdrawal

According to The New York Times, US President Trump has stated that the only limitation he faces is a "moral code". Trump discussed the situation in Iran with Vice President Vance, Defense Secretary Hegsas, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Dan Cain, Kushner, and Witkov. Currently, Trump is facing three options: expanding military action, pressuring through economic sanctions, or announcing victory before withdrawing. There are doubts within the US government about whether large-scale bombing, power cuts, and missile strikes can force Iran to negotiate. The economic pressure plan includes restricting shipping in the Strait of Hormuz to combat Iran's oil exports. Trump seeks to balance military action, economic pressure, and diplomatic withdrawal.