Washington. Donald Trump has suggested that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was among the first to support taking action against Iran, citing concerns over nuclear capability.
As the situation enters its fourth week, there are still conflicting accounts within the administration about how decisions were made.
Some officials say Israel was already preparing its own move, others point to concerns around Iran’s nuclear program.
Trump also said Iran’s response was unexpected, though reports suggest there may have been prior internal warnings.
The situation has led to serious consequences and a wider regional crisis. Trump has now extended his deadline by five days, adding to the uncertainty about what comes next.
With tensions continuing, questions remain about how things escalated — and where they go from here.
