Summary
The top U.S. military leader in the Middle East briefed President Trump on military options against Iran. This meeting took place as nuclear talks with Iran were ongoing, and it was important because Trump is considering military action in the region.
Key Facts
- A U.S. official and a knowledgeable source reported that the briefing happened on Thursday.
- Admiral Brad Cooper, head of U.S. Central Command, provided the briefing.
- President Trump has ordered a significant increase in U.S. military presence in the Middle East.
- This was Admiral Cooper's first briefing with Trump since tensions with Iran began last December.
- General Dan Caine, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs, was also present at the briefing.
- The briefing occurred after the third round of U.S.-Iran nuclear talks in Geneva.
- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi mentioned some progress and some unresolved issues from these talks.
- A fourth round of nuclear negotiations is set for next week, with more discussions planned in Vienna.
