As the US considers renewing operations against Iran: Trump convened his national security team

US President Donald Trump convened his national security team as the administration considers resuming large-scale military operations against Iran. Secretary of State Marco Rubio denied reports of a possible resignation. Trump told reporters: "I'd prefer not to destroy the rest of the country, but I may have no choice."

US President Donald Trump convened his national security team as the United States considers whether to resume large-scale military operations against Iran. Trump told reporters: "I'd prefer not to destroy the rest of the country, if it can be avoided, but I may have no choice. You'll know soon enough." Meanwhile, Secretary of State Marco Rubio denied reports this morning (Friday) that he would resign to run for president in 2028. In an interview with the New York Times, Rubio said: "Working for President Trump until the end of his term was always my plan."