Trump escalates military pressure and diplomatic brinkmanship with Iran while simultaneously pursuing backchannel negotiations, as his administration grapples with internal divisions over whether war or a negotiated settlement should follow.
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After days of bipartisan backlash and 25th Amendment calls, Trump says he was only comparing gas prices, not inviting an attack.
After reports the White House sought pre-election strike options, Trump says the US will hold fire on Iran until after Nov. 3 — but the blockade and Pentagon planning continue.