Today we're looking at where things stand with the war in Iran as President Trump weighs his next move. We've now spent more time in a ceasefire than in active combat operations and there's no indication a positive solution is coming soon. As this drags out we're seeing more suggestions to 'finish the job' and commit additional military resources to wrap up the campaign.
Sources:
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/18/world/middleeast/iran-war-retaliation-options.html
https://www.wsj.com/world/middle-east/trump-says-he-will-hold-off-on-iran-attack-as-serious-negotiations-are-under-way-7ff01a96
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/how-to-finish-the-job-in-iran-308c76c9
https://iran.liveuamap.com/
https://x.com/Faytuks/status/2056701042318836094
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