CNN reports divisions inside Trump administration over Iran strategy

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US President Donald Trump is giving increased consideration to resuming military operations against Iran, according to CNN sources, citing frustration over the Strait of Hormuz closure and doubts about Tehran's negotiating intent. Some Trump administration officials are advocating military strikes to weaken Iran's position, while others seek more direct Pakistani mediation with Iranian officials; a final decision is unlikely before Trump's planned China visit.

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US President Donald Trump is giving more serious consideration to resuming combat operations against Iran than in previous weeks, according to a CNN report citing unnamed sources. The report said Trump has grown increasingly frustrated with the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz and that Iran’s latest response to Washington’s proposal has raised doubts among US officials about Tehran’s willingness to negotiate seriously.

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