WASHINGTON — Each day since the start of the war in Iran, U.S. military officials compile a video update for President Donald Trump that shows video of the biggest, most successful strikes on Iranian targets over the previous 48 hours, three current U.S. officials and a former U.S. official said
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard declined to say if Iran’s nuclear program presented an “imminent threat,” deflecting questions during congressional testimony.
The resignation of a top counter-terrorism official over the Iran war has put the spotlight on his boss and political ally, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, who built her political career as an outspoken critic of “regime change” wars.
President Donald Trump dropped his push for U.S. allies to protect the Strait of Hormuz from Iranian threats — an about-face that came just one day after he called upon nations to “get involved” so oil tankers can safely navigate the crucial shipping lane.
The director of the National Counterterrorism Center, a retired Green Beret and longtime supporter of President Donald Trump, said he has resigned over the war in Iran.
Military officials have included options in war planning for President Trump to end the conflict in Iran, six people familiar with the plans told NBC News.
KYIV, Ukraine — As the conflict in the Middle East escalates, Ukraine could prove to be an invaluable trove of battle-tested expertise from its own bitter and costly fight against Russia