High-Stakes Meeting Amid Escalating Crisis
U.S. President Donald Trump convened a critical National Security Council meeting Tuesday to discuss escalating Israel-Iran hostilities, with options ranging from deploying massive 'bunker-buster' bombs to refueling Israeli jets, according to White House officials. 🚨
Military Options on the Table
Sources reveal Trump is considering:
- Using 30,000-pound GBU-57 bombs to target Iran's underground Fordow nuclear facility 💥
- Allowing U.S. tanker planes to refuel Israeli fighters for extended missions 🛩️
- Maintaining pressure for Tehran's 'unconditional surrender' on nuclear programs ☢️
Fifth Day of Cross-Border Strikes
The meeting follows five consecutive days of Israel-Iran exchanges, with Trump declaring he won't target Iran's Supreme Leader 'for now.' U.S. officials stress Washington hasn't yet joined the campaign but warn 'all options remain open.' 🌍⚡
(Source: White House officials, agency reports)
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